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"2 minutes" vs "2 minute"

Both '2 minute' and '2 minutes' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. '2 minute' is used when describing a singular unit of time, while '2 minutes' is used when referring to multiple units of time.

Last Updated: March 31, 2024

2 minutes

This phrase is correct when referring to multiple units of time.

Use '2 minutes' when you are talking about more than one unit of time, such as '2 minutes to spare' or '2 minutes left'.

Examples:

  • I need 2 minutes to finish this task.
  • She arrived two minutes late.

Alternatives:

  • 1 minute
  • 3 minutes
  • 5 minutes
  • 10 minutes
  • 30 minutes

2 minute

This phrase is correct when referring to a singular unit of time.

Use '2 minute' when you are talking about a single unit of time, such as '2 minute break' or '2 minute walk'.

Examples:

  • I'll be back in 2 minute.
  • He finished the race in 2 minute.

Alternatives:

  • 1 minute
  • 3 minute
  • 5 minute
  • 10 minute
  • 30 minute

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