The most common and natural way to state your age is: "I am 23 years old."
Here's a breakdown of ways to express your age and some nuances:
- "I am 23 years old." This is the standard and most widely accepted way.
- "I'm 23 years old." A contraction of the above, equally common and acceptable.
- "I'm 23." A shortened version that's perfectly fine in most casual conversations.
- "I'm twenty-three years old." This is the spelled-out version, which can be used for emphasis or formality.
- "I'm twenty-three." Spelled-out, shortened version, again suitable for most situations.
When to use other variations:
While "I am 23 years old" or "I'm 23" are the most common, contexts might warrant slight variations:
- Responding to a direct question: If someone asks, "How old are you?" simply replying "23" is perfectly acceptable.
- Specifying when you'll turn a certain age: "I'll be 24 next July." This clarifies not just your current age but also your upcoming birthday and the age you'll be turning.
Saying "I am 23 years of age" is grammatically correct but sounds slightly formal and less common in everyday conversation.
