Gauge

/ɡˈe‍ɪd‍ʒ/

/ˈɡeɪdʒ/

Definition och Betydelse av "gauge"

to gauge

VERB

bedöma, mäta

to roughly estimate quantities or time

Transitive: to gauge a quantity or time

Example

She gauges the amount of ingredients needed for the recipe based on experience.

The meteorologist gauges the likelihood of rain by analyzing weather patterns.

He gauges the time it takes to complete a task based on previous similar projects.

mäta, värdera

to determine the size or dimensions of an object using a measuring tool or device

Transitive: to gauge a dimension

Example

The engineer gauged the depth of the river using a sonar device.

The technician used a caliper to gauge the thickness of the metal plate.

She carefully gauged the diameter of the pipe using a micrometer.

utvärdera, mäta

to assess or verify whether something meets specific requirements or standards

Transitive: to gauge a device

Example

The engineer gauged the parts to check if they were within the acceptable tolerance limits.

The team gauges the components to ensure they fit the system correctly.

The designer gauges the prototypes to confirm they align with the original concept.

mäta, förbereda

to prepare or mix plaster in the correct proportions to achieve a desired setting time

Transitive: to gauge plaster

Example

He carefully gauged the plaster ingredients to meet the required drying time.

The mason gauged the plaster for the wall, ensuring it would cure within the specified time.

The builder gauged the mixture of plaster to ensure it would set firmly before application.

mäta, bedöma

to estimate or measure the volume or content of something

Transitive: to gauge volume of something

Example

He gauged the fuel level in the tank to see if they could make it to the next station.

The builder gauged the cement needed to cover the floor area.

She gauged the volume of paint required to cover the entire wall.

mäta, forma

to shape or carve bricks or stone to the required form or size

Transitive: to gauge a stone or brick

Example

The mason gauged the stones to fit perfectly in the wall.

He carefully gauged the brick edges to ensure they aligned with the design.

The craftsman gauged the stone to create a smooth, even surface.

Gauge

SUBSTANTIV

manometer, mätare

a measuring instrument or device used to determine the size, capacity, amount, or extent of something

Example

The pressure gauge on the boiler indicates the level of steam inside.

The speedometer in the car serves as a gauge of the vehicle's speed.

The water gauge on the coffee maker indicates when the reservoir is empty.

spårvidd, gauge

the distance between the inner sides of the two parallel rails of a track

What is "gauge"?

Gauge refers to the distance between the inner edges of the two rails on a railway track. It is an important measurement because it determines how wide or narrow the track is, affecting the type of trains that can safely travel on it. The standard gauge, which is the most common worldwide, measures 143.5 centimeters, or 4 feet 8 ½ inches, between the rails. Different regions or rail systems may use wider or narrower gauges depending on their specific needs, with broader gauges providing more stability and allowing for heavier trains. Gauge is a key factor in ensuring proper track and train compatibility.

Example

The standard gauge is widely used in many countries.

She learned about the different gauge measurements in rail systems.

They adjusted the tracks to match the narrow gauge.

kaliber, tjocklek

the thickness of wire

kaliber, mätare

diameter of a tube or gun barrel

norm, standard

accepted or approved instance or example of a quantity or quality against which others are judged or measured or compared