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litre

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈliːtər/ · UK /ˈliːtə/

Forms: litres

litre means: A unit for measuring volume, equal to 1,000 millilitres, often used for liquids.

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A unit for measuring volume, equal to 1,000 millilitres, often used for liquids.

  • We need a litre of milk.
  • This bottle holds two litres.
  • How many litres of petrol did you buy?

How to use it: a litre of something (Add a litre of water to the pan.)

Similar words: liter

Common phrases: litre of water, one litre, litre bottle, litre of milk

Questions about litre

What does litre mean?

A unit for measuring volume, equal to 1,000 millilitres, often used for liquids.

What is litre in other languages?

Türkçe: litre · Español: litro · Français: litre · Deutsch: Liter · Italiano: litro · 日本語: リットル

How do you pronounce litre?

In American English /ˈliːtər/; in British English /ˈliːtə/.

How do you use litre in a sentence?

We need a litre of milk. This bottle holds two litres.

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