word
Metric
MEH-trihk
/ˈmɛtrɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
metric
Dictionary meaning
The rhythmic arrangement of syllables.
Examples
- The metric system.
- Convert all the measurements to metric units.
Synonyms: measured
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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