How do you pronounce scale?

scale is pronounced as /skeɪl/.

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scale

📏scale

noun/verb

/skeɪl/

scalability scalpel

Meaning

A system of ordered marks used for measurement; also means to climb or to adjust in size.

Example Sentences

The company plans to scale its operations globally.

Example Expressions

tip the scales

Synonyms

measure, climb, grade, ratio, expand

Antonyms

shrink, reduce, decrease

Collocations

scale up, scale down, scale of measurement, scale a mountain

More Example Sentences

OK, please place your bag on the scale.

OK, please place your suitcase on the scale.

OK, please place your backpack on the scale.

We can start on a small scale as a pilot project.

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