Definition: (modern British & Australian, short scale) a thousand million (logic: 1,000 × 1,000^2): 1 followed by nine zeros, 109; a milliard

Alright class, settle down now, let’s talk about numbers, somehow! Today we’re tackling ‘billion,’ it’s quite a sight, A really, really big number, shining bright. The dictionary says, with words so neat, "A thousand million," can't be beat! Think of it this way, let's make it clear, One thousand multiplied by one thousand here! That’s a million, then a million more, Adding them up until you reach the score. It's like saying "one followed by nine zeros," see? 100,000,000,000 – that’s the key! (Or as the Aussies say, with a cheerful sound, "A milliard” - it’s similar, all around!) So remember this, don't you despair, A billion is a massive number to share! Do you have any questions? Let me know, Let’s explore these numbers, watch our knowledge grow!