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UK//ˈnæ.nəʊˌmiː.tə//US//ˈnæn.əˌmiː.tɚ//

Meaning of Nanometre

In simple words: A unit of measurement equal to one billionth of a meter.

Nanometre in a sentence

  • The width of a human hair is about 80,000 to 100,000 nanometres.
  • Nanometres are crucial in the field of nanotechnology.
  • Light waves have wavelengths in the range of hundreds of nanometres.
  • Some particles, such as viruses, can be in the range of tens to hundreds of nanometres.

How to use Nanometre

Used mainly in scientific contexts, especially in physics and chemistry. Not commonly used in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'nano' as tiny; visualize something very small, like a single atom.

Related words

Collocations with Nanometre

  • measured in nanometres
  • nanometre scale
  • nanometre technology

Synonyms for Nanometre

  • nm
  • nanometer
  • billionth of a meter

Common mistakes with Nanometre

  • Confused with 'micrometer' (micrometre is larger than nanometre).
  • Spelling mistakes, often written as 'nanometer' in American English.
  • Misunderstanding its application in everyday contexts—it's very small.

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Frequently asked questions about Nanometre

What does Nanometre mean?

A unit of measurement equal to one billionth of a meter.

What is the definition of Nanometre?

A unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter.

How do you use Nanometre in a sentence?

The width of a human hair is about 80,000 to 100,000 nanometres.

Can you give another example of Nanometre?

Nanometres are crucial in the field of nanotechnology.

What are synonyms for Nanometre?

Common alternatives include nm, nanometer, billionth of a meter.

What words go with Nanometre?

It commonly pairs with measured in nanometres, nanometre scale, nanometre technology.

What are common mistakes when using Nanometre?

Confused with 'micrometer' (micrometre is larger than nanometre). Spelling mistakes, often written as 'nanometer' in American English. Misunderstanding its application in everyday contexts—it's very small.

How do you pronounce Nanometre?

US: //ˈnæn.əˌmiː.tɚ//, UK: //ˈnæ.nəʊˌmiː.tə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Nanometre?

Used mainly in scientific contexts, especially in physics and chemistry. Not commonly used in casual conversation.