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    Medida (en. Extent)

    /me̞ˈðiða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action of determining the extent, quantity, or degree of something.
    The measurement of the sofa is suitable for the living room.
    La medida del sofá es adecuada para la sala.
    Unit of length, area, or volume.
    We use the meter as a standard measure.
    Utilizamos el metro como medida estándar.
    Set of measures taken in a situation.
    Measures were taken to improve safety.
    Se tomaron medidas para mejorar la seguridad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'metĭdo', which means 'I measure' or 'to measure'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    as
    indicating a gradual growth or change.
    a medida que
    security measures
    actions or procedures aimed at ensuring safety.
    medidas de seguridad
    take measures
    to take actions to address a problem.
    tomar medidas

    Related Words

    to measure
    To carry out the action of determining a measure.
    medir
    measurement
    The act or process of measuring.
    medición
    meter
    Instrument used to measure.
    medidor

    Slang Meanings

    Standard measure in the context of clothing.
    Those pants are size 34.
    Ese pantalón es de medida 34.
    Used to refer to the size of something in an informal context.
    That house is of impressive size.
    Esa casa es de una medida impresionante.