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Umfang

circumference, perimeter

noun UM-fang Rare

Also means

extent, scope

Usage Note

Umfang is the perimeter of a shape in geometry and, figuratively, the scope or volume of something (im vollen Umfang). Plural takes the umlaut: Umfaenge, though it is rare.

Examples

"Der Umfang des Kreises beträgt zehn Zentimeter."

Natural Translation

The circumference of the circle is ten centimetres.

Literal Translation

The circumference of-the circle amounts ten centimetres.

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