Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

for days

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.59 in modern English

Syllables: for -days
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

7

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see for, days.

prep_phrase

For a large amount or distance; a lot.

Canadian usage; American usage; Informal

prep_phrase

To a great degree; very much.

Canadian usage; American usage; Informal

Example Sentences

"for days on end"
"The argument went on for days: they just couldn't agree."
"Her legs went on for days."
"She has legs for days."
"That kid has charisma for days."

Usage

Phrases

dayslong § Related terms

Frequently Paired Words

dayslong § Related terms

Synonyms

all day as the day is long

Questions

What does for days mean?: Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see for, days.

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