Another Word For 6

Meaning

The word "6" appears to be a numeral rather than a vocabulary word. It represents the integer that comes after five and before seven. It is often used in counting, mathematics, and as a representation of quantity or order.

Synonyms

• half a dozen
• sextet

Antonyms

• 5 (five)
• 7 (seven)

Etymology

The numeral "6" derives from the Old English word "siex," which is related to the Germanic "seix" and the Latin "sex," all meaning six.

Examples of Usage

1. I have six apples in my basket.
2. The team scored six goals in the match.
3. She received six letters in the mail today.
4. To complete the exercise, you need to count to six.