B2noun10K+

UK/["/tʌn/"]/US/["/tʌn/"]/

Meaning of Tonne

In simple words: A unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms.

Tonne in a sentence

  • a record grain harvest of 236m tonnes
  • a 17-tonne truck

How to use Tonne

Commonly used in science and industry, especially in countries that use the metric system. Not to be used in casual conversation where simpler terms like 'weight' may suffice.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'ton' — think of a ton of bricks to remember weight.

Related words

Collocations with Tonne

  • metric tonne
  • tonne of carbon
  • tonne truck
  • tonne weight
  • tonne capacity

Synonyms for Tonne

  • metric ton
  • kilogram
  • weight unit

Opposites of Tonne

Common mistakes with Tonne

  • Confused with 'ton', which is different and heavier (2,000 pounds in the US).
  • Incorrectly spelling it as 'ton' in metric contexts.
  • Using 'tonne' when referring to volume instead of weight.

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Frequently asked questions about Tonne

What does Tonne mean?

A unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms.

What is the definition of Tonne?

a unit for measuring weight, equal to 1 000 kilograms

How do you use Tonne in a sentence?

a record grain harvest of 236m tonnes

Can you give another example of Tonne?

a 17-tonne truck

What are synonyms for Tonne?

Common alternatives include metric ton, kilogram, weight unit.

What is the opposite of Tonne?

Opposite meanings include gram, pound.

What words go with Tonne?

It commonly pairs with metric tonne, tonne of carbon, tonne truck, tonne weight, tonne capacity.

What are common mistakes when using Tonne?

Confused with 'ton', which is different and heavier (2,000 pounds in the US). Incorrectly spelling it as 'ton' in metric contexts. Using 'tonne' when referring to volume instead of weight.

How do you pronounce Tonne?

US: /["/tʌn/"]/, UK: /["/tʌn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tonne?

Commonly used in science and industry, especially in countries that use the metric system. Not to be used in casual conversation where simpler terms like 'weight' may suffice.

What CEFR level is Tonne?

"Tonne" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.