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degree
[/dɪˈɡriː/]
noun
masculine
pl: degrees / graus
grau
1.
A unit of measurement of angles or temperature
The temperature is 25 degrees Celsius.
A temperatura é de 25 graus Celsius.
2.
An academic qualification awarded by a university or college
She earned her degree in Biology last year.
Ela conquistou seu grau em Biologia no ano passado.
3.
The extent or amount of something; a level or stage
To a certain degree, I agree with your opinion.
Até certo grau, concordo com sua opinião.
4.
A step or stage in a process or hierarchy
He rose to the highest degree of success.
Ele subiu ao mais alto grau de sucesso.
Synonyms
level
extent
qualification
diploma
stage
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
grau
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
grau
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
grau
Standard usage
Portugal
grau
Standard usage; 'diploma' or 'licença' for academic qualification
Related Idioms & Phrases
by degrees
a degree of
to a degree
degree zero
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