How to pronounce metrology
American English pronunciation
meh-TROL-uh-jee
- IPA
- /mɛˈtɹɑlədʒi/
- Syllables
- meh · TROL · uh · jee (4 syllables, stress on the 2nd)
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What metrology means
The science of measuring and of setting standard units
In a sentence: The lab uses metrology to make sure every kilogram weight is exactly right.
Where it comes from: It's built from a Greek word for a measure, metron, and -logy, meaning the study of something.
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