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measure

Pronunciation: [/ˈmɛʒ.ɚ/]

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measure: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use measure in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

She took a measure of flour to bake the cake.

Example

He poured an incorrect measure of medicine into the cup.

Example

Can you tell me the measure of the room's width?

Context: “determine size”

(verb) to find out the size, length, or quantity of something. It helps us understand how big or small something is.

Example

I need to measure the distance between the two houses.

Example

He didn't measure the fabric correctly, so the dress turned out too small.

Example

How do you measure the height of a building?

Context: “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.

Example

Increasing sales was a key measure taken by the company.

Example

The new measure to reduce pollution was not effective.

Example

What measures can we take to improve our school?

Context: “compare”

(verb) to compare or assess something by examining how it relates to something else. It helps us understand the difference between two things.

Example

She measured her success by comparing it to her earlier achievements.

Example

He never measures his progress and often feels lost.

Example

How do you measure the value of friendship?

How to pronounce measure

Pronunciation: [/ˈmɛʒ.ɚ/]

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