noun Uncommon

fifties

FIHF-teez

Fifties (noun) means the decade from 50 to 59 in a century, most often referring to the 1950s. Example: “Rock and roll first took off in the fifties.”

noun

The decade from 50 to 59 in a century, most often referring to the 1950s.

"Rock and roll first took off in the fifties."

The years of a person’s life from age 50 through 59.

"She took up painting in her fifties."

How to use fifties

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the 1950s decade, or someone’s age range from 50 to 59.

Common pairings

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Synonyms

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1950s '50s 50s

Rhymes for fifties

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fifties” mean?

The word “fifties” means the decade from 50 to 59 in a century, most often referring to the 1950s. In plain terms, either the 1950s decade, or someone’s age range from 50 to 59.

How do you pronounce “fifties”?

“Fifties” is pronounced FIHF-teez (/ˈfɪftiz/ in IPA).

How do you use “fifties” in a sentence?

Here is “fifties” used in a sentence: “Rock and roll first took off in the fifties.”

What is another word for “fifties”?

Words with a similar meaning to “fifties” include 1950s, '50s and 50s.

What part of speech is “fifties”?

“Fifties” is a noun.

Is “fifties” a common word?

“Fifties” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “fifties” have?

“Fifties” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the decade from 50 to 59 in a century, most often referring to the 1950s.