degrees
Translation
degrees
Examples
The temperature is 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
The temperature is 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
A circle has 360 degrees.
A circle has 360 degrees.
They hold advanced degrees from top universities.
They hold advanced degrees from top universities.
Grammar Patterns
((number)) degrees a unit of temperature or angle A circle has 360 degrees.
advanced/multiple degrees academic qualifications They hold advanced degrees from top universities.
Similar Words
Synonyms: units, levels, qualifications
Etymology
The plural form of 'degree', from Latin 'gradus' meaning 'step'.
Memory Tips
This is simply the plural of 'degree'. Use it when talking about more than one unit of temperature, angle, or academic qualification.