der Körperumfang
Translation
body circumference, girth
Examples
Der Arzt misst den Körperumfang.
The doctor measures the body circumference.
Sein Körperumfang hat zugenommen.
His girth has increased.
Grammar Patterns
to measure ((sb's)) circumference ((von+3)) to measure the circumference of (sb.) The doctor measures the baby's circumference.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Taillenumfang (waist circumference), Bauchumfang (belly girth)
Etymology
Composed of 'Körper' (body) and 'Umfang' (circumference).
Memory Tips
Imagine a measuring tape going 'um' (around) the 'Körper' (body).