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unit

Pronunciation: [/ˈjuː.nɪt/]

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unit: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “measurement”

(noun) a single thing or object that is considered as a whole or as a separate entity

Example

I need to measure this room in units to know how much paint to buy.

Example

She couldn't count the units of fruit on the tree because they were too many.

Example

How many units of water did you drink today?

Context: “military”

(noun) a group of soldiers that work together as part of a larger military force

Example

The unit of soldiers marched in formation during the parade.

Example

The unit couldn't move forward due to the harsh weather conditions.

Example

Which unit was leading the attack?

Context: “education”

(noun) a particular amount of academic work usually representing a certain number of hours of instruction

Example

She completed three units of coursework in mathematics this semester.

Example

He failed to pass the required number of units to graduate on time.

Example

How many units are you taking this term?

How to pronounce unit

Pronunciation: [/ˈjuː.nɪt/]

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