What is another word for five years?

Pronunciation: [fˈa͡ɪv jˈi͡əz] (IPA)

There are various synonyms for the phrase "five years", such as half a decade, quinquennium, a lustrum, or a quinquennial. The term half a decade simply means half of a ten-year period, whereas quinquennium etymologically derives from the Latin words "quinque" and "annus", which is translated to five years. Similarly, a lustrum, used in ancient Rome, referred to a period of five years, while a quinquennial is used to describe events, such as celebrations or political elections, which take place every five years. Therefore, if you want to spice up your language, consider using some of these synonyms in place of "five years".

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What are the hypernyms for Five years?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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