centuries
Translation
centuries
Examples
The castle was built many centuries ago.
The castle was built many centuries ago.
These traditions have existed for centuries.
These traditions have existed for centuries.
Grammar Patterns
for ((centuries)) for a very long time These traditions have existed for centuries.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ages, eras
Etymology
The plural form of 'century', from Latin 'centum' meaning 'hundred'.
Memory Tips
'Cent' means 100. 'Centuries' refers to multiple periods of 100 years.