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simetria

[si.me.TRI.uh]
nounfemininepl: simetrias
symmetry
1. The quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis; balanced proportion
The symmetry of the building's facade is remarkable.
A simetria da fachada do edifício é notável.
2. In mathematics and geometry, the property of an object that remains unchanged under certain transformations
The circle has perfect symmetry around its center.
O círculo tem simetria perfeita em torno de seu centro.
3. Balance or harmony in the arrangement or composition of elements
There is a lack of symmetry in their relationship.
Há uma falta de simetria no relacionamento deles.
Synonyms
equilíbrioproporçãoharmoniaregularidade
Antonyms
assimetriadesequilíbriodesproporçãoirregularidade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simetria
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
simetria
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

simetria bilateral
simetria radial
simetria translacional
quebra de simetria
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