How to Spell four
four
four - noun
- A number that is one more than three
- The {a_link|fourth} in a set or series
- A 4-oared racing shell or its crew
- A 4-cylinder engine or automobile
Source: Merriam-Webster Dictionary API
"the four of hearts"
Usage examples
Examples: 'The word "four" is important to learn.' 'Please use "four" in your sentence.' 'Understanding "four" helps with spelling.'
Etymology
Middle English, from four adjective, from Old English fēower; akin to Old High German fior four, Latin quattuor, Greek tessares, tettares
Common misspellings
for, fore
Word family
fours, fourth
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