compass in Portuguese
compass in Portuguese is bússola, compasso, alcance — compass means a device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
compass in Portuguese
bússola
A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
compasso
A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
alcance
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
área
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
âmbito
(obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
limite
(formal) Synonym of scope.
What does "compass" mean?
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noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
"She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north."
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noun A hinged drawing tool with two arms, used to draw circles or measure distances on a map or diagram.
"He used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram."
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noun The overall range or scope of something, such as a voice or a set of abilities.
"The topic was beyond the compass of a single lecture."
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verb To surround or encircle something completely.
"Thick forest compassed the old cabin on every side."
compass in a sentence
- She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north.
- Old sailing ships relied on a compass to navigate open water.
- He used a compass to draw a perfect circle for the diagram.
- The topic was beyond the compass of a single lecture.
Similar words in Portuguese
Common Portuguese translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "compass" in Portuguese?
"compass" in Portuguese is bússola, compasso, alcance. compass means: A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
How do you use "compass" in a sentence?
Example: "She checked her compass to make sure the trail was heading north." In Portuguese, "compass" is bússola, compasso, alcance.
Are there other ways to say "compass" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 6 translations listed for "compass": bússola, compasso, alcance, área, âmbito, limite.
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