Translation of Spanish word "medida" to English
medida
/ˈmeðiða/
Meaning
NounA standard or quantity used as a basis for comparison or measurement.
How to use
Medida ('measure / measurement / scale / size') is feminine. Tomar medidas — To take measures / action. A medida que — As / while.
🇬🇧 English
measure
Example
La medida de la habitación es de 5 metros de largo.
The measure of the room is 5 meters long.
La medida del tiempo que pasamos en la playa es muy importante.
The measure of the time we spend at the beach is very important.
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Common phrases
- tomar medidas— to take measures / steps
- a medida que— as / in proportion as
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What does the Spanish word "medida" mean?▼
The Spanish word "medida" means "measure" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "La medida de la habitación es de 5 metros de largo." (which translates as "The measure of the room is 5 meters long.").
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