From root: metro
Usage Note
Sentimetro is used for precision measurements in science, crafts, or small hardware tasks.
Examples
" Limang sentimetro ang haba nito. "
Natural Translation
Its length is five centimeters.
Literal Translation
Five centimeters the length of-this.
" Ito ay may limang sentimetro. "
Natural Translation
This is five centimeters long.
Literal Translation
This has five centimeters.
" Sukatin mo nang mabuti ang tela dahil kahit isang sentimetro lang ay maaaring makasira sa disenyo. "
Natural Translation
Measure the fabric carefully, because even just one centimeter off can ruin the design.
Literal Translation
Measure you well the fabric because even one centimeter only can ruin the design.
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