Sumensura (en. Measurement)

/suˈmɛn.su.ra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of determining or expressing the size, height, quantity, or other characteristics of an object.
The measurement of the container is important to know how much can be placed inside.
Ang sumensura ng lalagyan ay mahalaga upang malaman kung magkano ang maaaring ilagay dito.
Two types of measurements: cosmic and particular.
In the field of astronomy, the measurement of distances of stars is important.
Sa larangan ng astronomiya, mahalaga ang sumensura ng distansya ng mga bituin.
The measurement in condition or state of something.
The measurement of the state of nature can be significant in environmental studies.
Ang sumensura ng kalagayan ng kalikasan ay maaaring makabuluhan sa mga pag-aaral ng kapaligiran.

Etymology

From the word 'measure' in Latin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

measurement of length
determining the length of an object
sumensura ng haba
measurement of depth
determining the depth of an object
sumensura ng lalim

Related Words

measure
A unit of measurement that indicates length, volume, or weight.
sukat
measurement process
The process or act of taking measurements.
pagsusukat

Slang Meanings

Expecting something you can't actually do.
You might be hoping for a passing grade in that exam, but you didn't prepare for it.
Baka sumensura ka sa exam na 'yan, hindi mo naman pinaghandaan.
Boasting about abilities or material possessions.
He boasts so much about his car, but he doesn't even know how to drive.
Ang taas ng sumensura niya sa kotse niya, pero hindi naman siya marunong magdrive.