kilometre
0 antonyms and opposites of kilometre, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A metric unit of distance equal to 1,000 metres, abbreviated km.
How to use kilometre
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French kilomètre, combining Greek khilioi ("thousand") with metron ("measure").
Full origin of kilometre →Frequently asked questions
What does “kilometre” mean?
The word “kilometre” means a metric unit of distance equal to 1,000 metres, abbreviated km. In plain terms, a distance measurement equal to 1,000 metres, used almost everywhere in the world except the US.
How do you pronounce “kilometre”?
“Kilometre” is pronounced kih-LOM-ih-tuh (/kɪˈlɑ.mɪ.təɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “kilometre” in a sentence?
Here is “kilometre” used in a sentence: “The nearest town is about ten kilometres away.”
What part of speech is “kilometre”?
“Kilometre” is a noun.
Where does the word “kilometre” come from?
The word “kilometre” comes from French. From French kilomètre, combining Greek khilioi ("thousand") with metron ("measure").
Is “kilometre” a common word?
“Kilometre” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.