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units

 

[ หˆjuหnษชts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

measurement

A quantity or amount adopted as a standard of measurement. It is used to express the magnitudes of other quantities.

Synonyms

measure, metric, standard

Examples of usage

  • The metric system is based on units such as the gram and the meter.
  • The units of measurement for distance include kilometers and miles.
Context #2 | Noun

military

A body of troops or a group of military aircraft or ships that act together.

Synonyms

battalion, squadron, troop

Examples of usage

  • The army sent a unit to the border for surveillance.
  • The navy dispatched a unit to patrol the coast.
Context #3 | Noun

apartment

A separate and self-contained piece of accommodation within a larger building.

Synonyms

apartment, condo, flat

Examples of usage

  • The apartment building has several units available for rent.
  • Each unit has its own kitchen and bathroom.

Translations

Translations of the word "units" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น unidades

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เค•เคพเค‡เคฏเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einheiten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ unit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดะธะฝะธั†ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jednostki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ˜ไฝ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท unitรฉs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ unidades

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท birimler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จ์œ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุญุฏุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jednotky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jednotky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ•ไฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ enote

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einingar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั–ั€ะปั–ะบั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ แƒ—แƒ”แƒฃแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vahidlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ unidades

Word origin

The word 'units' originated from the Latin word 'unitas', meaning 'oneness' or 'unity'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, including measurements, military organization, and housing. The concept of units has played a crucial role in standardizing measurements and organizing military forces.

See also: unit, unitary, unite, united, uniting, unity.

Word Frequency Rank

At #844 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.