sixty-third: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “sixty-third” mean?
The ordinal number corresponding to sixty-three.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
The ordinal number corresponding to sixty-three; the position in a sequence following the sixty-second.
Refers to one of sixty-three equal parts of a whole; used in fractions (1/63).
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Hyphenation is standard in both. Spelling variations (e.g., 'third') are identical.
Connotations
Neutral; implies precise sequence or ranking.
Frequency
Similar frequency, with slight increase in US usage in sports contexts (e.g., draft picks).
Grammar
How to Use “sixty-third” in a Sentence
[ordinal determiner] + singular countable noun (the sixty-third day)the + sixty-third + of + [month] (the sixty-third of March is not a valid date)be + the + sixty-third (He was the sixty-third to arrive)Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “sixty-third” in a Sentence
adverb
British English
- He finished sixty-third in the London marathon.
American English
- The team ranked sixty-third nationally.
adjective
British English
- It was their sixty-third wedding anniversary.
American English
- She won her sixty-third race of the season.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in formal reports for sequence (e.g., 'the sixty-third quarterly meeting').
Academic
Found in historical chronology, legal documents, or technical listings.
Everyday
Most common for birthdays, anniversaries, or positions in queues.
Technical
Used in numbered lists, versions, or precise iterations.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “sixty-third”
- Omitting the hyphen (sixty third instead of sixty-third)
- Using it without 'the' when it functions as a noun (e.g., 'He was sixty-third to arrive' should be 'He was the sixty-third to arrive').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, compound numbers from twenty-one to ninety-nine are hyphenated when used as adjectives or nouns.
Yes, it can mean 1/63, but this usage is rare in everyday language due to its specificity.
The 'th' is voiceless /θ/, as in 'think'. Practice by saying 'three' then adding the 'd' sound.
No difference in meaning. '63rd' is the numeric form, used more in lists, data, or informal writing. 'Sixty-third' is the word form, used in prose and formal writing.
The ordinal number corresponding to sixty-three.
Sixty-third is usually neutral/formal in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'Sixty' plus 'third' – it's the third item after reaching sixty.
Conceptual Metaphor
SEQUENCE IS POSITION ON A PATH (a point far along a journey).
Practice
Quiz
In which sentence is 'sixty-third' used correctly?