Meaning of "vara" in English

In English, "vara" often refers to a measurement unit used in the Southwestern United States and Mexico, traditionally equivalent to about 33 inches or 84.5 centimeters. The term originates from Spanish, and the measurement has historical significance, particularly in land surveying. While not commonly used in modern contexts, it is sometimes encountered in historical documents or discussions relating to land boundaries and sizes. The word "vara" in this context serves as a cultural and historical link to Spanish colonial influences in North America.

Meaning of "vara" in French

In French, "vara" is not a commonly used term and does not have a specific meaning. If encountered, it may often be recognized as a borrowed term from Spanish or as part of a proper noun, surname, or foreign phrase. When used in French contexts, it is essential to understand the background or specific context as it might not have a direct translation or meaning in the French language.

Pronunciation of "vara" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈvɑːrə/
Pronunciation Variations: In some dialects of English, the pronunciation might slightly vary with emphasis on different syllables, but generally remains consistent due to its foreign origin, maintaining a clear "v" and "r" sound.

Pronunciation of "vara" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /vaˈʁa/
Pronunciation Variations: Similar to the English pronunciation, there are minimal variations in the French pronunciation. The "r" is typically rolled or guttural, as common in the French language, maintaining a distinct foreign sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The length of the property was measured in varas. (La longueur de la propriété a été mesurée en varas.)
  2. Historically, a vara was used as a standard unit of measurement. (Historiquement, le vara était utilisé comme une unité de mesure standard.)
  3. He inherited a land that was described in acres and varas. (Il a hérité d'un terrain décrit en acres et en varas.)
  4. The old map showed all distances in varas. (La vieille carte montrait toutes les distances en varas.)
  5. In some regions, a vara is still recognized today. (Dans certaines régions, le vara est encore reconnu aujourd'hui.)
  6. They needed to convert varas to meters for the project. (Ils devaient convertir les varas en mètres pour le projet.)
  7. Learning about the vara helps understand historical land treaties. (Apprendre sur le vara aide à comprendre les traités fonciers historiques.)
  8. The surveyor explained the concept of a vara to the new team member. (Le géomètre a expliqué le concept de vara au nouveau membre de l'équipe.)
  9. The documentary highlighted the usage of varas in the 19th century. (Le documentaire mettait en avant l'utilisation des varas au XIXe siècle.)
  10. Using varas, we can trace back land ownership records. (En utilisant les varas, nous pouvons retracer les registres de propriété foncière.)

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

Synonyms: rod, perch, pole, measure, standard
Antonyms: -
Similar Words: yard, meter, foot, ruler, gauge

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

Synonyms: -
Antonyms: -
Similar Words: unité, mesure, bras, étalon, instrument

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