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length

Pronunciation: [/lɛŋ(k)θ/]

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length: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use length in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “measurement”

(noun) the measurement of something from end to end, like how long a piece of string is. Length tells you how far one point is from another in a straight line.

Example

The length of the table is 6 feet.

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The length of the stick is not suitable for the task.

Example

What is the length of the hallway?

Context: “time”

(noun) a period of time from the beginning to the end of something, like how long a movie is. It tells you how much time has passed or is needed for something to happen.

Example

The length of the meeting was two hours.

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The length of the concert was too short for the fans.

Example

How long is the length of the movie?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a measurement of how close or connected two things are, like the closeness of your friendship. Length in this context refers to the extent or stretch of a relationship or connection.

Example

The length of their friendship allowed them to trust each other completely.

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The length of their relationship was short-lived.

Example

What is the length of their bond?

How to pronounce length

Pronunciation: [/lɛŋ(k)θ/]

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