gauge in Spanish

gauge in Spanish is medida, patrón, galga — gauge means to measure something precisely, especially using a dedicated instrument.

gauge in Spanish

medida

noun

A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard

patrón

noun

A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard

galga

noun

Any instrument for ascertaining or regulating the level, state, dimensions or forms of things

indicador

noun

Any instrument for ascertaining or regulating the level, state, dimensions or forms of things

medidor

noun

Any instrument for ascertaining or regulating the level, state, dimensions or forms of things

medir

verb

(transitive) To measure or determine with a gauge; to measure the capacity of.

calcular

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

determinar

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

estimar

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

evaluar

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

judgar

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

juzgar

verb

(transitive) To estimate.

What does "gauge" mean?

verb To measure something precisely, especially using a dedicated instrument.
"Engineers gauge the thickness of the metal with a special instrument before cutting it."
verb To estimate or judge, especially something hard to measure directly, like a mood or reaction.
"Before pitching her idea, the manager tried to gauge how much the team already knew."
noun An instrument used for measuring, or the standard measurement itself (such as the thickness of wire or sheet metal, or the diameter of a shotgun barrel).
"Check the fuel gauge before you set off on a long journey."

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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”.

gauge in a sentence

Engineers gauge the thickness of the metal with a special instrument before cutting it.
A dipstick is used to gauge the oil level in an engine.
Before pitching her idea, the manager tried to gauge how much the team already knew.
She watched his face carefully to gauge his reaction to the news.

Similar words in Spanish

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Common Spanish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "gauge" in Spanish?

"gauge" in Spanish is medida, patrón, galga. gauge means: To measure something precisely, especially using a dedicated instrument.

How do you use "gauge" in a sentence?

Example: "Engineers gauge the thickness of the metal with a special instrument before cutting it." In Spanish, "gauge" is medida, patrón, galga.

Are there other ways to say "gauge" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 12 translations listed for "gauge": medida, patrón, galga, indicador, medidor, medir.

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