cubic
word
Definition
Relating to the shape of a cube, or measuring volume using cubes (such as cubic meters). It is often used to describe something with three equal dimensions, or to refer to units of volume.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used as an adjective before measurement units, like 'cubic meter' or 'cubic inch'. Also used in math for 'cubic equations' (with power of three). Not for other cube meanings, like 'cube of sugar'.
Spanish: cúbicoPortuguese (BR): cúbicoPortuguese (PT): cúbicoChinese (Simplified): 立方的Chinese (Traditional): 立方的Hindi: घनात्मकArabic: مُكَعَّبBengali: কিউবিক - ঘনRussian: кубическийJapanese: 立方 - 立方体のVietnamese: khối lập phương - hình lập phươngKorean: 입방 - 입방체의Turkish: kübikUrdu: مکعبIndonesian: kubik
Example Sentences
The box has a cubic shape.
basic
One cubic meter of water fills the tank.
basic
A cubic centimeter is a small unit of volume.
basic
The engine’s size is measured in cubic centimeters.
natural
We need a cubic container to store these parts efficiently.
natural
That’s a cubic equation, so it might be tricky to solve.
natural