hexadecimal
Translation
hexadecimal
Examples
Color codes are often written in hexadecimal.
Colour codes are often written in hexadecimal.
The value is 3F in hexadecimal.
The value is 3F in hexadecimal.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) relating to a system with base 16 Color codes are often written in hexadecimal.
Similar Words
base-16
Etymology
From Greek 'hexa' (six) and Latin 'decem' (ten), meaning 6 + 10 = 16.
Memory Tips
Think of a hexagon (6 sides) and a decade (10 years) to remember the number 16. It's used for computer code.