metric

The word “metric” means relating to the metric system of measurement, based on units like metres, litres, and grams. In plain terms, either "based on the metric measurement system", or (as a noun) a specific measure used to judge performance.

“Metric” is pronounced MEHT-rihk (/ˈmɛt.ɹɪk/ in IPA).

Here is “metric” used in a sentence: “Most of the world uses metric measurements rather than imperial ones.”

Depending on how it is used, “metric” can be an adjective and a noun.

The word “metric” comes from New Latin. From French métrique, from New Latin metricus, ultimately from Greek metron ("measure").

“Metric” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

“Metric” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the metric system of measurement, based on units like metres, litres, and grams.

A metric is a defined standard used to evaluate performance or quality, while a measure is the raw quantity or value obtained. In practice a metric usually interprets or combines measures to track something meaningful, such as a success rate.

Metric refers to the measurement system based on units like metres, litres, and grams, while imperial (and the related US customary system) uses units such as feet, pounds, and gallons. Most countries use the metric system, whereas imperial or US customary units remain common in a few, notably the United States for everyday measurements.

A metric is any standard of measurement used to evaluate performance or quality, while a KPI (key performance indicator) is a specific metric singled out as critical to a goal. All KPIs are metrics, but not every metric is a KPI.