tasapaino — meaning in English
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English meaning
- balance noun A state in which opposing weights, forces, or elements are evenly matched; stability.
- equilibrium noun A state of balance between opposing forces or influences, where nothing is changing.
- poise noun A calm, self-assured manner; composure under pressure.
- register verb To add a name, item, or event to an official list or record.
- symmetry noun The quality of having matching, balanced parts on either side of a line, plane, or centre.
- trim verb To cut away excess from something to neaten it.
Senses
tasapaino is used for these senses in English:
- poise A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.
- register (printing) The exact alignment of lines, margins, and colors.
- symmetry The satisfying arrangement of a balanced distribution of the elements of a whole.
- trim (nautical) The fore-and-aft angle of the vessel to the water, with reference to the cargo and ballast; the manner in which a vessel floats on the water, whether on an even keel or down by the head or stern.
balance — full definition
- noun A state in which opposing weights, forces, or elements are evenly matched; stability.
- noun The amount of money left in an account after deposits and withdrawals, or the difference between credits and debits.
- verb To bring something into a state of equilibrium, or to keep it steady without falling.
equilibrium — full definition
- noun A state of balance between opposing forces or influences, where nothing is changing.
- noun Physics/chemistry: a state where opposing processes (or forces) balance each other exactly.