gauge

US /ɡeɪdʒ/
UK /ɡeɪdʒ/
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1.

indicador, calibrador

an instrument or device for measuring the amount, level, or contents of something, typically a fluid or gas, or the size or dimensions of an object.

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The fuel gauge in the car showed that the tank was almost empty.
El indicador de combustible del coche mostraba que el depósito estaba casi vacío.
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He used a pressure gauge to check the tire inflation.
Usó un manómetro para comprobar la presión de los neumáticos.
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meterindicatordialdisplayregister
2.

calibre, grosor, tamaño

the thickness, size, or capacity of something, especially as a standard measure.

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The wire was of a very fine gauge.
El alambre era de un calibre muy fino.
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The shotgun takes 12-gauge shells.
La escopeta usa cartuchos de calibre 12.
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caliberborediameterthicknesswidth
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medir, evaluar, estimar

estimate or determine the amount, level, or contents of (something).

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It's difficult to gauge the public's reaction to the new policy.
Es difícil medir la reacción del público ante la nueva política.
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The company needs to gauge its progress against its goals.
La empresa necesita medir su progreso en relación con sus objetivos.
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measureassessevaluateestimatedetermine
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