Calibre (en. Caliber)

/ka.li.βɾe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Measure of the diameter of a projectile or the inside of a barrel.
The caliber of the pistol was 9 mm.
El calibre de la pistola era de 9 mm.
Capacity or quality of a person or thing.
The caliber of his skills is impressive.
El calibre de sus habilidades es impresionante.
Size or measure of a material in general.
The caliber of the wire is important for electrical safety.
El calibre del cable es importante para la seguridad eléctrica.

Etymology

From French 'calibre', which in turn comes from Arabic 'qālib'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

caliber of bullets
It refers to the size of the projectile used in firearms.
calibre de balas
professional caliber
Description of someone with high capacity and skills in their field.
calibre profesional

Related Words

diameter
Measure of the distance across a circle.
diametro
projectile
Body launched by a firearm.
proyectil
armament
Set of war weapons.
armamento

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to someone who excels in their area.
That guy is a caliber in football.
Ese tipo es un calibre en el fútbol.
Reference to something that has a great impact or importance.
That idea is of a different caliber.
Esa idea es de un calibre diferente.