fourteen
fourteen
Pronunciation
fourteen: /ˌfɔːrˈtiːn/
First Syllable: /fɔːr/
/f/: voiceless labiodental fricative
/ɔː/: open-mid back rounded vowel (as in "thought")
/r/: voiced alveolar approximant
Second Syllable: /tiːn/
/t/: voiceless alveolar plosive
/iː/: close front unrounded vowel (as in "fleece")
/n/: voiced alveolar nasal
Word Form Variations
"Fourteen" is a cardinal number and an adjective, so its form does not typically vary for singular/plural or other inflections.
Cardinal Number/Adjective: fourteen
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Adjective
Definition 1: Representing the quantity of one more than thirteen; equivalent to the sum of ten and four. This term is used to specify the exact number of items or units.
Synonyms: 14, XIV
Antonyms: None (as it represents a specific numerical value)
Noun
Definition 1: The number equivalent to the sum of ten and four; the cardinal number that is one greater than thirteen.
Synonyms: 14, XIV
Antonyms: None (as it represents a specific numerical value)
Definition 2: A group or set consisting of fourteen individuals or items.
Synonyms: a fourteen, a group of fourteen
Antonyms: None specific, as it refers to a quantity rather than an opposite concept.
Examples of Use
Books:
"He had been travelling for fourteen hours, and his exhaustion was palpable." (From a fictional novel, general literary use)
"Chapter Fourteen: The Reckoning" (Common use in book titles or chapter headings)
"The collection featured fourteen essays on the history of cartography." (Academic or non-fiction book)
Newspapers:
"The city council approved the new zoning plan by a vote of fourteen to three." (Associated Press, often found in news reports about voting outcomes)
"Local bakery celebrates fourteen years in business with special discounts." (Local newspaper article)
Online Publications:
"Top Fourteen Tips for Learning a New Language Quickly" (Blog post title, e.g., on Lifehacker or similar productivity blogs)
"Fourteen Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Patagonia" (Online travel article, e.g., on National Geographic Travel)
"Our team is made up of fourteen dedicated developers." (Company 'About Us' page or team description on a website)
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
Television/Film: "Stranger Things 4: Volume 2 features an intense scene lasting nearly fourteen minutes." (Online review or discussion about a TV show, e.g., IMDb or Reddit)
Music: "She was just fourteen when she wrote her first song." (Lyrics from a popular song, e.g., Taylor Swift's "Fifteen" references a similar age context)
Video Games: "Level Fourteen is notoriously difficult, requiring players to defeat three mini-bosses." (Online gaming forum or walkthrough guide, e.g., IGN)
Podcasts: "In this episode, we'll discuss the fourteen key principles of effective communication." (Educational or self-help podcast episode description)
General Public Discourse:
"I've got fourteen things to do before I can relax tonight." (Everyday conversation about tasks or errands)
"The flight was delayed by fourteen minutes, which wasn't too bad." (Casual conversation about travel)
"My son just turned fourteen last week." (Common conversation about age)
"Can you hand me fourteen of those pencils?" (Direct request in a classroom or office setting)
10 Famous Quotes Using Fourteen
"For fourteen years I have been watching you and I have not seen one good thing in you." (King James Bible, Proverbs 12:20 - often quoted in religious contexts, though the specific number might be less emphasized than the duration)
"I came out of the hospital with a fourteen-inch scar across my chest." (Arnold Schwarzenegger, discussing his heart surgery, widely reported in news and entertainment media)
"I was fourteen when I first started learning how to play the guitar. It was a cheap acoustic, but it changed my life." (Numerous musicians have shared similar anecdotes in interviews and autobiographies, e.g., Eric Clapton, though specific quotes may vary)
"We have no reliable statistics for the population of the globe before the fourteenth century." (J.B. Bury, The Cambridge Ancient History, a common reference point in historical or demographic discussions)
"A man's life is a journey, and at fourteen, you're just getting started." (Often paraphrased in inspirational or coming-of-age contexts, attributed to various wisdom traditions)
"He ruled for fourteen years with an iron fist, bringing both stability and fear to the land." (Common trope in historical fiction or biographies describing a monarch's reign)
"The first fourteen lines of a sonnet are usually the exposition of the theme." (Common observation in literary analysis and poetry handbooks regarding the structure of a Shakespearean sonnet)
"It took me fourteen takes to get that one line right." (Common phrase used by actors, directors, or performers discussing the challenges of their craft in interviews or documentaries)
"The fourteen points of President Wilson's peace program were designed to end World War I." (Reference to Woodrow Wilson's famous "Fourteen Points," a cornerstone of international relations and history education)
"She walked fourteen miles that day, determined to reach her destination before nightfall." (Evokes determination and endurance, a common narrative element in adventure or historical stories)
Phrases + Idioms Containing Fourteen
Fourteen Karat Gold: Refers to gold that is 14 parts pure gold and 10 parts other metals, a common standard for jewelry. (Specific, common usage)
The Fourteen Points: Refers to Woodrow Wilson's principles for peace after WWI. (Historical reference)
A "Fourteener" (Mountain Climbing): A mountain peak that exceeds 14,000 feet in elevation. (Specific jargon)
A Fourteen-Day Notice: A period of two weeks' warning, often for termination of employment or rental agreements. (Common legal/administrative phrase)
At Fourteen: Used to indicate someone's age, often signifying a pivotal or early adolescent stage. (Common usage)
Hitting Fourteen (Original): To reach a significant personal or project milestone, especially one representing 14 units or stages.
Turning Fourteen: Reaching the age of fourteen. (Common phrase for age)
Fourteen Ways to Sunday (Original - adapting a similar idiom): To describe something done in every conceivable manner or from every angle.
Worth a Baker's Dozen and a Third (Synonymous Effect): Emphasizing a generous amount, slightly more than a baker's dozen (13).
A "Score and Four" (Synonymous Effect using "score"): Meaning twenty-four, indicating a larger but still specific number.
Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Eagle
Eagles are more often used as metaphors for strength, vision, or freedom. However, here are some phrases and idioms that use "eagle" or similar concepts:
"Eagle eyes": This describes someone with very sharp eyesight, like an eagle.
"Soar like an eagle": This idiom encourages someone to reach great heights, achieve ambitious goals, or experience freedom and independence.
"Have an eagle's eye for detail": Similar to "eagle eyes," this emphasizes someone's keen observation and ability to spot small things.
"Rise like an eagle": This idiom suggests overcoming challenges and achieving success, much like an eagle ascending into the sky.
Here's why there might not be many idioms directly using "eagle":
Eagles are symbols: Eagles are powerful symbols, so their meaning is often conveyed through metaphors and comparisons rather than direct idioms.
Less common in everyday speech: Compared to animals like dogs or cats, eagles are less common in everyday life, leading to fewer idioms directly related to them.
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Source Information
Definition of fourteen from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
