Fifty — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfif-tē/ fif·ty

Meaning & Definition of Fifty

Fifty (noun)

  1. a number equal to five times 10
  2. the numbers 50 to 59; specifically, the years 50 to 59 in a lifetime or century
  3. a 50-dollar bill

Fifty (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in one, hundred

    similar: C-note, fin (slang), five, fiver (slang), hundred, one, sawbuck (slang), ten, tenner, twenty, two, buck, dollar, simoleon (slang), smacker (slang), cash, chips, currency, dough, legal tender, lucre, money, pelf, dead presidents (slang), paper money, scrip, check, draft, money order, banknote, bill, greenback, note

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fifty

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fifty:

Slang: fin, fiver, sawbuck, simoleon, smacker, dead presidents
C-note, five, hundred, one, ten, tenner, twenty, two, buck, dollar, cash, chips, currency, dough, legal tender, lucre, money, pelf, paper money, scrip, check, draft, money order, banknote, bill, greenback, note

Word Forms of Fifty

Inflections: fifties

Derived words: fiftieth (adjective or noun), fifty (adjective), fiftyish (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Fifty

Middle English, from fifty, adjective, from Old English fīftig, from fīftig, noun, group of 50, from fīf five + -tig group of ten; akin to tīen ten

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Fifty

Words & Phrases Containing Fifty

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fifty

What does "Fifty" mean?

"Fifty" means a number equal to five times 10. As a noun, it is defined as: a number equal to five times 10.

What is another word for "Fifty"?

Other words for "Fifty" include C-note, fin, five, fiver, hundred, one, sawbuck and ten. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fifty" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fifty"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fifty". Common alternatives include C-note, fin, five, fiver, hundred, one, sawbuck, ten, tenner and twenty.

What is a slang word for "Fifty"?

Slang words for "Fifty" include fin, fiver, sawbuck, simoleon, smacker and dead presidents.

Is "Fifty" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fifty" is a noun.

Is "Fifty" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Fifty" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Fifty"?

"Fifty" is pronounced /ˈfif-tē/ and divided into syllables as fif·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Fifty"?

"Fifty" comes from Middle English, from fifty, adjective, from Old English fīftig, from fīftig, noun, group of 50, from fīf five + -tig group of ten; akin to tīen ten. First known use: before 12th century.