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Write the measurement next to the line.
What does Measurement mean?
A measurement is a size or amount found by measuring.
Dictionary definition
a size, amount, or distance found by measuring.
Example sentences
Measurement in a sentence
medium
The experiment required an accurate measurement of water.
hard
Good data depends on careful measurement and clear units.
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What does measurement mean?
Measurement means a measurement is a size or amount found by measuring.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to measurement?
Size is close in meaning to measurement.
Practice 3
Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for measurement?
Guess is a useful contrast for understanding measurement.
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Measurement
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WordMeasurement.
Partnoun.
MeaningMeasurement means A measurement is a size or amount found by measuring.
ExampleExample: Write the measurement next to the line.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- mezh · er · munt
- Strongest beat
- mezh
- Ending
- munt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mezh.
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Synonyms
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Word family
Measurement word family
Base word
measurement
noun
measurements
More than one measured amount.
verb
measure
To find size or amount.
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Hint for students
A measurement is a size or amount found by measuring.
Common mix-up
Measurement is not the same as guess. Measurement means a measurement is a size or amount found by measuring.
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Read this model sentence: The experiment required an accurate measurement of water. Clue words: experiment, required, accurate. Underline clue words that show why measurement fits instead of guess. Now write one new sentence that shows measurement without using the word measurement. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show measurement?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The experiment required an accurate measurement of water." Why does measurement fit better than guess?
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