Thirteen

usgb/ˌθɜːrˈtiːn/
number

The number that comes after twelve and before fourteen.

There are thirteen eggs in the carton.
Visual representation of "thirteen" - The number that comes after twelve and before fourteen.

Often appears as...

  • thirteen o'clock
  • unlucky thirteen
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Visual representation of "thirteen"
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Superstition Link

Thirteen is considered unlucky in some cultures, especially when paired with Friday.

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Many buildings skip the thirteenth floor due to superstition.
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Counting Accuracy

Pay attention to 'teen' sound at the end; it can be confused with 'thirty' when not enunciated clearly.

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Please bring me thirteen (not thirty) chairs for the guests.
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Not Actual Time

Avoid saying 'thirteen o'clock'; it is not standard as the 24-hour clock resets after twelve.

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Instead of 'thirteen o'clock', say 'one o'clock PM' or '13:00'.
Visual representation of the word "Thirteen"

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