fortieth Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈfɔː.ti.əθ/
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Fortieth as an Adjective
1
The ordinal form of the number forty.
Fortieth as a Noun
1
The person or thing in the fortieth position.
2
One of forty equal parts of a whole.
Word Forms & Grammar
fortieth (not comparable)
fortieth (plural fortieths)
Origin of Fortieth
From earlier fourteth, from Middle English fourtithe, fourtiþe; equivalent to forty + -eth. For the modern form, see the etymological notes at twentieth.
Word Facts for Fortieth
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfɔː.ti.əθ/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | The ordinal form of the number forty |
| Plural | fortieths |
How to Pronounce Fortieth
The standard pronunciation of fortieth is /ˈfɔː.ti.əθ/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fɔː).