measure (EN)
werkwoord, zelfstandig naamwoord

werkwoord “measure”

measure; he measures; past measured, part. measured; ger. measuring
  1. meten
    Before cutting the fabric, she measured it carefully to ensure it would fit the pattern.
  2. afmetingen hebben
    The new couch measured exactly six feet in length, fitting the living room space perfectly.
  3. beoordelen
    Teachers often measure a student's progress by looking at their grades and classroom participation.

zelfstandig naamwoord “measure”

sg. measure, pl. measures or uncountable
  1. maatregel (in de zin van beperking)
    His patience had reached its measure and he could tolerate the delays no longer.
  2. hoeveelheid
    He offered a measure of support to his friend in a time of need.
  3. meting
    The measure of the room's dimensions showed it was large enough for the new furniture.
  4. maatbeker (specifiek voor koken)
    She used a small measure to scoop the flour for the cake recipe.
  5. maatstaf
    Fairness is often used as a measure of good leadership.
  6. maateenheden
    The farmer stored several measures of wheat in his barn for the winter.
  7. meetinstrument
    The carpenter reached for his measure to ensure the wood was cut to the right length.
  8. metrum
    The poet chose an intricate measure for his latest sonnet to convey a sense of urgency.
  9. maat (in de context van muziek)
    The composer wrote a difficult measure that required the pianist to play a rapid succession of notes.
  10. maatregelen (in de zin van stappen of acties)
    The government took drastic measures to curb the spread of the disease.