measure
Aussprache: [/ˈmɛʒ.ɚ/]
Kontext: „quantity“
(noun) a unit used to express the amount, size, length, or weight of something. It helps us know how much of something we have or need.
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She took a measure of flour to bake the cake.
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He poured an incorrect measure of medicine into the cup.
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Can you tell me the measure of the room's width?
Kontext: „determine size“
(verb) to find out the size, length, or quantity of something. It helps us understand how big or small something is.
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I need to measure the distance between the two houses.
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He didn't measure the fabric correctly, so the dress turned out too small.
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How do you measure the height of a building?
Kontext: „plan or action“
(noun) a plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular goal or result. It's like a strategy or step taken towards something.
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Increasing sales was a key measure taken by the company.
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The new measure to reduce pollution was not effective.
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What measures can we take to improve our school?
Kontext: „compare“
(verb) to compare or assess something by examining how it relates to something else. It helps us understand the difference between two things.
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She measured her success by comparing it to her earlier achievements.
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He never measures his progress and often feels lost.
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How do you measure the value of friendship?