compass
compass
tool for drawing circles
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compass with Russian translation
compass usage examples
Она использовала циркуль, чтобы начертить идеальный круг для схемы.
She used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram.
Небольшой металлический циркуль легко помещается в школьный пенал.
A small metal compass fits easily into a school pencil case.
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compass synonyms
What's the difference between compass / divider
the general word for the drawing tool; also used for navigation instrument
Use a compass to draw a circle for your geometry homework.
Используй циркуль, чтобы начертить окружность для домашней работы по геометрии.
used to measure or transfer distances; similar in shape but often for measuring rather than drawing
The divider was used to transfer the width from the blueprint to the metal sheet.
Циркуль-делитель использовали, чтобы перенести ширину с чертежа на металлический лист.
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How to pronounce compass and what this word means
compass translation: циркуль. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce compass
/ˈkʌmpəs/
compass translation
циркуль
compass examples
She used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram.
compass transcription
/ˈkʌmpəs/, /ˈkʌmpəs/
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Questions about this word
compass meaning: what does it mean?
tool for drawing circles
compass pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
compass is pronounced as /ˈkʌmpəs/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
compass definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram. Translation: Она использовала циркуль, чтобы начертить идеальный круг для схемы.
Is compass part of Study Supplies vocabulary?
Yes, compass (циркуль) can be learned in the Study Supplies topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is compass part of Study and Work vocabulary?
Yes, compass (циркуль) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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