English–French

“decameter” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/dekamɛtʁ/

Example

La distance est de 3 dam.

The distance is 3 decameters.

Illustration for dam (decameter)

How to say “decameter” in French

“Decameter” in French is dam.

A measured length made of ten one-metre lengths.

Full entry for dam: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with dam

On mesure souvent en mètres plutôt qu'en dam.

We often measure in meters rather than in decameters.

Tips for using dam

  • In ordinary French, dix mètres is usually more natural than the uncommon unit name décamètre.

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