Times
Example: He visits his parents three times each month
Definition
"Times" is a preposition used to indicate multiplication or frequency, as in the example phrase where it shows how often an action occurs. It commonly expresses how many occasions something happens or the number of repetitions of an event.
Etymology
The word "times" comes from the Old English "tima," meaning a limited period or occasion. Over time, it evolved to represent both specific moments and the concept of multiplication. Did you know? The use of "times" as a multiplier dates back to mathematical writings in the Middle Ages.
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"Times" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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