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94 year old vs 94-year-old

Both "94 year old" and "94-year-old" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "94 year old" is used when describing someone's age, while "94-year-old" is used as a compound adjective before a noun.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 762 views

94 year old

This phrase is correct when used to describe someone's age.

This phrase is used to describe the age of a person. It is typically followed by a noun, such as "man" or "woman."

Examples:

  • She is a 94 year old woman.
  • He is a 94 year old man.
  • The 94 year old grandfather.
  • The 94 year old lady.
  • A 94 year old patient.

Alternatives:

  • 94-year-old
  • 94-year-old person
  • 94-year-old individual
  • 94-year-old man
  • 94-year-old woman

94-year-old

This phrase is correct when used as a compound adjective before a noun.

This phrase is used as a compound adjective before a noun to describe the age of a person. It should be hyphenated.
  • Grandma's 94 years old or something.
  • He was 94 years old and had given up the will to die.

Alternatives:

  • 94 year old
  • 94-year-old person
  • 94-year-old individual
  • 94-year-old man
  • 94-year-old woman

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