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scale in Danish

scale in Danish is skala, skæl, målestok — scale means the size, extent, or proportion of something, especially compared to something else.

scale in Danish

skala

noun

skæl

noun

Part of an overlapping arrangement of many small, flat and hard pieces of keratin covering the skin of an animal, particularly a fish or reptile.

målestok

noun

The ratio of depicted distance to actual distance.

størrelsesforhold

noun

The ratio of depicted distance to actual distance.

What does "scale" mean?

noun The size, extent, or proportion of something, especially compared to something else.
"The scale of the damage from the flood shocked everyone."
noun A series of marked measurements used for comparison, such as on a ruler, map, or rating system.
"Rate your pain on a scale of one to ten."
noun One of the small, hard, overlapping plates covering the skin of fish and reptiles.
"Sunlight glinted off the fish's silver scales."
noun An instrument for measuring weight.
"Step on the scale to check your weight."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

scale in a sentence

The scale of the damage from the flood shocked everyone.
Rate your pain on a scale of one to ten.
Sunlight glinted off the fish's silver scales.
Step on the scale to check your weight.

Similar words in Danish

range

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "scale" in Danish?

"scale" in Danish is skala, skæl, målestok. scale means: The size, extent, or proportion of something, especially compared to something else.

How do you use "scale" in a sentence?

Example: "The scale of the damage from the flood shocked everyone." In Danish, "scale" is skala, skæl, målestok.

Are there other ways to say "scale" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 4 translations listed for "scale": skala, skæl, målestok, størrelsesforhold.

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