Meaning of "quinquangular" in English

The term "quinquangular" refers to something that has five angles or corners. It is derived from Latin, combining "quinque," meaning five, and "angular," meaning angles. This term is often used in geometrical contexts to describe shapes or objects, such as a pentagon, that feature five distinct angles. In a broader sense, "quinquangular" can be applied to any physical form or structure manifesting a five-angled geometry, encompassing three-dimensional forms as well.

Meaning of "quinquangular" in French

In French, "quinquangular" has the same meaning, referring to an object or shape with five angles or corners. The term carries over directly from English in its geometric application. Like in English, it can be used to describe various forms including both two-dimensional and three-dimensional figures that possess five angles. The usage in French context remains largely scientific or architectural, often employed in technical descriptions.

Pronunciation of "quinquangular" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /kwɪnˈkwæŋɡjʊlər/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "quinquangular" remains consistent across different English dialects, although intonation and stress may vary slightly. In more regional accents, the "r" sound might be more pronounced or softened.

Pronunciation of "quinquangular" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kɛ̃.kwaŋ.ɡy.lɛʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation is generally uniform across different French-speaking regions, though some local accents may emphasize certain vowels differently. The "r" at the end may vary, with northern regions having a more guttural sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The architect designed a quinquangular building. (L'architecte a conçu un bâtiment quinquangulaire.)
  2. A quinquangular star is often used in iconography. (Une étoile quinquangulaire est souvent utilisée en iconographie.)
  3. The garden had a unique quinquangular layout. (Le jardin avait une disposition quinquangulaire unique.)
  4. She admired the quinquangular window design. (Elle admirait le design des fenêtres quinquangulaires.)
  5. The sculpture featured a striking quinquangular base. (La sculpture présentait une base quinquangulaire frappante.)
  6. The puzzle included a quinquangular piece. (Le puzzle comprenait une pièce quinquangulaire.)
  7. They studied the properties of quinquangular geometries. (Ils ont étudié les propriétés des géométries quinquangulaires.)
  8. The artwork had a distinct quinquangular frame. (L'œuvre d'art avait un cadre quinquangulaire distinct.)
  9. A quinquangular monument stood in the park. (Un monument quinquangulaire se dressait dans le parc.)
  10. The design called for a quinquangular rooftop. (Le design nécessitait un toit quinquangulaire.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "quinquangular" in English

Synonyms: pentagonal.

Antonyms: circular, triangular, square.

Similar Words: five-angled, polygonal, geometric.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "quinquangular" in French

Synonyms: pentagonal.

Antonyms: circulaire, triangulaire, carré.

Similar Words: à cinq angles, polygonal, géométrique.

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