Centigram: meaning, definitions and examples
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centigram
[ ˈsɛntɪˌɡræm ]
measurement unit
A centigram is a metric unit of mass equal to one one-hundredth (1/100) of a gram. It is commonly used in fields such as chemistry and medicine for measuring small quantities of substances. The symbol for centigram is 'cg'.
Synonyms
cg.
Examples of usage
- The sample weighed 50 centigrams.
- You need to add 25 centigrams of the reagent.
- The pill contains 100 centigrams of active ingredient.
Translations
Translations of the word "centigram" in other languages:
🇵🇹 centigrama
🇮🇳 सेंटीग्राम
🇩🇪 Zentigramm
🇮🇩 sentigram
🇺🇦 центіграм
🇵🇱 centygram
🇯🇵 センチグラム
🇫🇷 centigramme
🇪🇸 centigramo
🇹🇷 santigram
🇰🇷 센티그램
🇸🇦 سنتيغرام
🇨🇿 centigram
🇸🇰 centigram
🇨🇳 厘克
🇸🇮 centigram
🇮🇸 sentígram
🇰🇿 сентограм
🇬🇪 სენტიგრამი
🇦🇿 santigram
🇲🇽 centigramo
Etymology
The term 'centigram' is derived from the metric system, which was established in France during the late 18th century. The prefix 'centi-' comes from the Latin word 'centum', meaning 'hundred'. Therefore, a centigram literally means 'one hundredth of a gram'. The gram itself was originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density, and over the years, the metric system has gained worldwide adoption due to its simplicity and ease of use. The centigram is particularly useful in scientific contexts where precision is required, especially in fields such as chemistry, pharmacology, and nutrition. The introduction of the metric system aimed to standardize measurements across nations, facilitating trade and scientific communication.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,219, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.