equal-sided triangle

[/ˈiːkwəl ˈsaɪdɪd ˈtraɪæŋɡəl/]
nounpl: equal-sided triangles
triângulo equilátero
1. A triangle in which all three sides have the same length and all three interior angles are equal (each measuring 60 degrees)
An equal-sided triangle is also known as an equilateral triangle in geometry.
Um triângulo equilátero é uma forma geométrica perfeita com todos os lados iguais.
2. A geometric shape characterized by perfect symmetry with respect to all three sides
The architect designed the plaza in the shape of an equal-sided triangle.
O arquiteto projetou a praça em forma de triângulo equilátero.
In both Brazilian and Portuguese mathematics education, 'triângulo equilátero' is the standard technical term taught in geometry classes. The term 'equal-sided triangle' is a descriptive, more literal English alternative to the Latin-derived 'equilateral,' but is less commonly used in professional and academic contexts. This geometric shape is fundamental to mathematics curriculum in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
equilateral triangleregular triangletriangle with equal sides
Antonyms / Antônimos
scalene triangleisosceles triangleright triangle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
triângulo equilátero
Standard term used in mathematics education and technical contexts
Portugal
triângulo equilátero
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese; widely used in Portuguese mathematics
General English (USA)
equilateral triangle
More common than 'equal-sided triangle' in American English
General English (UK)
equilateral triangle
Preferred terminology in British mathematics education

Related Words

geometrypolygonequilateralisosceles trianglescalene triangleanglesymmetry

Related Idioms & Phrases

perfect triangle (referring to ideal proportions)
three equal parts (metaphorical reference to equal division)
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