B2noun 2K

Measurement

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmeʒəmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmeʒərmənt/"]/

Meaning of Measurement

the act or the process of finding the size, quantity or degree of something

In simple words: The process of finding out how big or small something is.

Measurement in a sentence

• The measurement of the room confirmed it was larger than we expected.
• She took the measurement of the ingredients carefully to ensure the recipe was perfect.
• In science, the measurement of data is crucial for accurate results.
• The measurement of success can vary from person to person.
• He needs to take the measurement of the distance before starting the project.

How to use Measurement

Use 'measurement' in technical settings, like science or construction. It may sound too formal in casual conversations about everyday things.

Grammar pattern

measurement + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'measuring' something with a ruler, and add 'ment' to remember it means the act of judging size.

Related words

Collocations with Measurement

• accurate
• careful
• exact
• calculate
• carry out
• get
• instrument
• system
• technique
• a scale of measurement
• a unit of measurement
• accurate
• careful
• exact
• calculate
• carry out
• get
• instrument
• system
• technique
• a scale of measurement
• a unit of measurement

Synonyms for Measurement

• dimension
• extent
• size
• quantification
• gauge

Opposites of Measurement

• estimation
• guess

Common mistakes with Measurement

• Confusing 'measurement' with 'measure', which is a verb.
• Using 'measurements' without understanding it refers to the quantifying.
• Using the wrong articles, e.g., 'a measurement' instead of 'measurement'.

Frequently asked questions about Measurement

What does Measurement mean?

The process of finding out how big or small something is.

What is the definition of Measurement?

the act or the process of finding the size, quantity or degree of something

How do you use Measurement in a sentence?

The measurement of the room confirmed it was larger than we expected.

Can you give another example of Measurement?

She took the measurement of the ingredients carefully to ensure the recipe was perfect.

What are synonyms for Measurement?

Common alternatives include dimension, extent, size, quantification, gauge.

What is the opposite of Measurement?

Opposite meanings include estimation, guess.

What words go with Measurement?

It commonly pairs with accurate, careful, exact, calculate, carry out, get, instrument, system, technique, a scale of measurement, a unit of measurement, accurate, careful, exact, calculate, carry out, get, instrument, system, technique, a scale of measurement, a unit of measurement.

What are common mistakes when using Measurement?

Confusing 'measurement' with 'measure', which is a verb. Using 'measurements' without understanding it refers to the quantifying. Using the wrong articles, e.g., 'a measurement' instead of 'measurement'.

How do you pronounce Measurement?

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

When should I use Measurement?

Use 'measurement' in technical settings, like science or construction. It may sound too formal in casual conversations about everyday things.

What CEFR level is Measurement?

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