30th
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Definition
AdjectiveComing next after the twenty-ninth in a sequence; the ordinal form of the number thirty.
Usage
Used to indicate position or order in a series. - This is the 30th anniversary of the company's founding. - Her birthday is on the 30th of April. - He finished in 30th place in the marathon.
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal dates, often written as "30th" following the day (e.g., May 30th).
- Can be used figuratively to denote a significant milestone, often a round-number anniversary.
- The 30th edition of the festival was the largest yet.
Variants and Related Words
- Thirtieth: The standard written and spoken form of the ordinal number.
- Today is her thirtieth birthday.
- 30: The cardinal number.
Synonyms
- Thirtieth (identical in meaning, more common in formal writing).
Notes
The form "30th" is primarily a written abbreviation for the word "thirtieth." In spoken English, "thirtieth" is always used.
Adjective
- coming next after the twenty-ninth in position