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Perpendicular Meaning in English

word

ˌpɝpənˈdɪkjəɫɝ
pur-puhn-DIK-yuh-ler
pˌɜːpəndˈɪkjʊlɐ
pur-puhn-DIK-yuh-luh

परिभाषा

When two lines or surfaces meet at a 90-degree angle, they are perpendicular to each other.

उपयोग और बारीकियां

Mostly used in mathematics, geometry, and technical fields. Common phrase: 'perpendicular to' (e.g., 'The wall is perpendicular to the floor'). Don't confuse with 'parallel', which means lines never meet.

उदाहरण वाक्य

The floor is perpendicular to the wall.

basic

Draw a perpendicular line through this point.

basic

The flagpole stands perpendicular to the ground.

basic

Make sure the bookshelf is perpendicular before you secure it to the wall.

natural

The streets cross each other at a perpendicular angle.

natural

That painting looks off—you need it more perpendicular to the floor.

natural