Gramo (en. Gram)
/ˈɡɾamo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Unit of mass measurement equivalent to one thousandth of a kilogram.
The weight of the apple is 150 grams.
El peso de la manzana es de 150 gramos.
Used to measure ingredients in cooking.
Add 200 grams of sugar to the mixture.
Agregue 200 gramos de azúcar a la mezcla.
Used in science to measure the mass of substances.
The laboratory sample weighed 5 grams.
La muestra de laboratorio pesaba 5 gramos.
Etymology
From Latin 'gramma', which means 'weight'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a gram too much
Minimum excess that does not significantly affect.
un gramo de más
a gram of sense
Little logic or reason in a situation.
un gramo de sentido
Related Words
weight
Amount of matter that a body has.
peso
mass
Amount of matter of an object.
masa
scale
Instrument for measuring weight.
escala
Slang Meanings
In some contexts, it is used as a synonym for a small amount.
I only need a gram of patience to wait.
Solo necesito un gramo de paciencia para esperar.