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ruler in Portuguese

ruler in Portuguese is régua, governante — ruler means a flat, straight-edged tool marked with measurement units, used for drawing lines or measuring length.

ruler in Portuguese

régua
noun
A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a straightedge with markings.
governante
noun
A person who rules or governs; someone or something that exercises dominion or controlling power over others.

What does "ruler" mean?

  1. noun A flat, straight-edged tool marked with measurement units, used for drawing lines or measuring length.
    "Use a ruler to draw a straight line across the page."
  2. noun A person who governs or holds supreme authority over a country or people.
    "The people welcomed their new ruler with a great celebration."
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ruler in a sentence

  • Use a ruler to draw a straight line across the page.
  • My pencil case holds a pen, a rubber and a plastic ruler.
  • The people welcomed their new ruler with a great celebration.
  • Stories describe a wise ruler who listened carefully to ordinary citizens.

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What is "ruler" in Portuguese?
"ruler" in Portuguese is régua, governante. ruler means: A flat, straight-edged tool marked with measurement units, used for drawing lines or measuring length.
How do you use "ruler" in a sentence?
Example: "Use a ruler to draw a straight line across the page." In Portuguese, "ruler" is régua, governante.
Are there other ways to say "ruler" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "ruler": régua, governante.
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