Meaning of the word hypotenuse in English
What does hypotenuse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hypotenuse
US /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ə.nuːz/
UK /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/
Noun
the longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle
Example:
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In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
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Calculate the length of the hypotenuse using the Pythagorean theorem.