der Durchmesser
Translation
diameter
Examples
Der Durchmesser des Kreises beträgt 10 cm.
The diameter of the circle is 10 cm.
Wir müssen den Durchmesser des Rohres messen.
We have to measure the diameter of the pipe.
Grammar Patterns
the diameter ((of sth.)) the diameter of sth. The diameter of the wheel is large.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Quermaß; Antonyms: Umfang (circumference)
Etymology
From 'durch' (through) + 'Messer' (measurer, from 'messen' - to measure). Literally, a 'through-measurer'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as measuring 'durch' (through) the center of an object with a 'Messer' (measuring tool).