thước gấp

Một học sinh dùng thước gấp để đo chiều dài của quyển sách.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Folding ruler: A measuring tool, typically made of wood or metal, consisting of several linked sections (each often 20cm long) that can be folded together for compact storage and unfolded for use.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Anh thợ mộc lấy thước gấp ra để đo chiều dài của tấm ván. (The carpenter took out a folding ruler to measure the length of the plank.)
  • Thước gấp rất tiện lợi vì có thể bỏ gọn vào túi đồ nghề. (A folding ruler is very convenient because it can be neatly stored in a tool bag.)

Advanced Usage

• The term specifically describes a rigid, jointed ruler, distinguishing it from a flexible "thước dây" (tape measure).

Variants and Related Words

• Thước kẻ (n): A straight ruler (usually rigid and non-folding).
• Thước dây (n): A tape measure (a flexible ribbon of cloth or metal in a case).
• Thước cuộn (n): A retractable tape measure.

Synonyms

• Folding rule: A rigid ruler with hinged sections.
• Zigzag rule: Another term for a folding ruler, referring to its shape when unfolded.

Related Terms

• Đo đạc (v): To measure.
• Dụng cụ (n): Tool, instrument.