Lengthwise Meaning in English
word
ˈɫɛŋθˌwaɪz
LENGTH-wyz
lˈɛŋθwaɪz
LENGTH-wyz
Definition
In the direction of the longest side of something; along its length rather than its width.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as an adverb or adjective. Common in cooking, crafts, or instructions ("cut lengthwise"). Not the same as "sideways" or "widthwise." Often describes splitting, cutting, or arranging objects along their longest dimension.
Spanish: a lo largoPortuguese (BR): no sentido do comprimentoPortuguese (PT): no sentido do comprimentoChinese (Simplified): 纵向地Chinese (Traditional): 縱向地Hindi: लंबाई मेंArabic: طوليًاBengali: লম্বালম্বিRussian: вдольJapanese: 縦にVietnamese: dọc theo chiều dàiKorean: 길게 - 세로로Turkish: boyunca (uzunlamasına)Urdu: لمبائی میںIndonesian: memanjang
Example Sentences
Slice the cucumber lengthwise for the salad.
basic
Cut the paper lengthwise in half.
basic
Fold the towel lengthwise before placing it on the shelf.
basic
For extra crunch, slice carrots lengthwise instead of into rounds.
natural
The crack ran lengthwise down the table.
natural
Just tear the bread lengthwise with your hands—no knife needed.
natural