scale
scale
skeɪl
skeil
British pronunciation
/skeɪl/

Definizione e significato di "scale"in inglese

01

scala

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another
scale definition and meaning
example
Esempi
We need to assess the scale of the problem before deciding on a suitable solution.
02

scala

each of the thin hard plates that cover the surface of the body of a fish or reptile
scale definition and meaning
example
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The snake 's scales allow it to move smoothly and efficiently across various terrains.
Le squame del serpente gli permettono di muoversi in modo fluido ed efficiente su vari terreni.
03

scala

a device used to weigh people or objects
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The jeweler employed a precision scale to weigh precious metals and gemstones for crafting jewelry.
Il gioielliere ha impiegato una bilancia di precisione per pesare metalli preziosi e pietre preziose per la creazione di gioielli.
04

scala

an arrangement of a series of musical notes with specified intervals, in ascending or descending pitch order
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scale definition and meaning
example
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Learning to play scales is an essential foundation for any musician, as it enhances their understanding of harmony and melody.
Imparare a suonare le scale è una base essenziale per qualsiasi musicista, poiché migliora la sua comprensione dell'armonia e della melodia.
05

scala, graduazione

a system of numerical values used to quantify and compare levels, degrees, or values
example
Esempi
The Likert scale is commonly used in surveys to gauge responses.
La scala Likert è comunemente utilizzata nei sondaggi per valutare le risposte.
06

scala, proporzione

a principle of design that refers to the size of elements in a composition relative to one another or to the overall size of the composition itself
example
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An understanding of scale is crucial in graphic design to ensure that text and graphics are legible and well-proportioned in a layout.
Una comprensione della scala è cruciale nella progettazione grafica per garantire che testo e grafica siano leggibili e ben proporzionati in un layout.
07

a small leaf that covers and protects a bud or flower cluster, a modified leaf or bract that covers and protects a bud or catkin

example
Esempi
He studies the arrangement of scales on the catkin.
08

an instrument or device with a series of graduated marks used to measure or indicate quantity

example
Esempi
They mark values along the scale for calibration.
09

a metal sheathing of uniform thickness, often used as a protective covering, such as on artillery or armor

example
Esempi
The shield 's scale deflects debris effectively.
10

a thin flake of dead skin or epidermis shed from the surface of the body

example
Esempi
The dermatologist examines scales on the patient's scalp.
to scale
01

scalare, arrampicarsi

to ascend or overcome a height or obstacle, often using a ladder
Transitive: to scale a height or obstacle
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example
Esempi
In the competition, participants aimed to scale the vertical wall as quickly as possible.
Nella competizione, i partecipanti miravano a scalare il muro verticale il più rapidamente possibile.
02

misurare

to adjust or modify something according to a specific rate, standard, or size
Transitive: to scale sth
example
Esempi
The business plans to scale its marketing strategy to reach international customers.
L'azienda prevede di scalare la sua strategia di marketing per raggiungere clienti internazionali.
03

pesare, misurare

to measure or determine the weight of an object using a scale or balance
Transitive: to scale weight of something
example
Esempi
The post office requires customers to scale their parcels at the counter to determine postage fees.
L'ufficio postale richiede ai clienti di pesare i loro pacchi al banco per determinare le spese di spedizione.
04

pesare, registrare un peso

to register or indicate a particular weight on a scale or balance
Transitive: to scale a particular weight
example
Esempi
The fishing tournament required participants to bring in catches that scaled a minimum weight of 2 pounds.
Il torneo di pesca richiedeva che i partecipanti portassero catture che pesassero un minimo di 2 libbre.
05

squamare, rimuovere le squame

to take off or peel away scales, often from a fish or other similar surfaces
Transitive: to scale fish
example
Esempi
The chef skillfully scaled the fish.
Lo chef ha abilmente squamoso il pesce.
06

scalare, arrampicarsi

to climb and reach the summit or the peak of a height
Transitive: to scale the peak of a height
example
Esempi
After a challenging ascent, the climbers finally scaled the summit of the mountain.
Dopo una difficile salita, gli alpinisti hanno finalmente scalato la vetta della montagna.
07

scalare, arrampicarsi

to use ladders or similar means to gain access to and conquer a fortified structure
Transitive: to scale a fortified structure
example
Esempi
During the night assault, the elite unit successfully scaled the walls and infiltrated the enemy camp.
Durante l'assalto notturno, l'unità d'élite è riuscita a scalare le mura e a infiltrarsi nel campo nemico.
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