thước dẹt
Definition
- Noun:
- Flat ruler: A measuring tool, typically made of wood, metal, or plastic, that is long, thin, and has a flat, rectangular cross-section. It is used for drawing straight lines and measuring length.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Tôi dùng thước dẹt để kẻ một đường thẳng. (I use a flat ruler to draw a straight line.)
- Cô giáo yêu cầu chúng tôi mang thước dẹt và compa đến lớp. (The teacher asked us to bring a flat ruler and a compass to class.)
- Chiếc thước dẹt bằng nhựa trong rất dễ nhìn thấy vạch đo. (The transparent plastic flat ruler makes it easy to see the measurement marks.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "thước dẹt" specifically describes the ruler's physical form (flat and thin) to distinguish it from other types of rulers, such as "thước kẻ" (a general term for ruler) or "thước cuộn" (tape measure).
Variants and Related Words
- Thước kẻ (n): A general term for ruler.
- Thước thẳng (n): Straight ruler.
- Thước đo (n): Measuring ruler, gauge.
Synonyms
- Ruler: A straight strip of material marked at regular intervals, used for measuring.
- Straightedge: A bar with one accurately straight edge, used for drawing straight lines.
Notes on Usage
- "Thước dẹt" is a compound noun where "thước" means "ruler" and "dẹt" means "flat". It is a standard term in Vietnamese for the common, flat ruler used in schools and offices.