Names for Multiple Births

Understanding the correct terms for multiple births is useful in English, whether reading, writing, or speaking about family, medicine, or news. Each number of babies has a specific name in English.

A single baby is called a single birth. Two babies born together are twins, while three are triplets. Four babies are called quadruplets, five quintuplets, and six sextuplets. When seven babies are born, they are septuplets, eight are octuplets, nine nonuplets, and ten babies are decuplets.

Knowing these terms helps you sound accurate and professional in conversation. For example, you could say, “The couple welcomed quadruplets last week,” or “She has twins and a triplet at home.” These words are often used in news, medical reports, and social discussions.

Practicing these names will expand your English vocabulary and make you more confident talking about family and birth-related topics. Watch the video to remember the correct names and practice saying them naturally.