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symmetry

[/ˈsɪmətri/]
nounfemininepl: symmetries / simetrias
simetria
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 striking.
A simetria da fachada do edifício é impressionante.
2. In mathematics and geometry, correspondence in size, form, and arrangement of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane
The circle has perfect symmetry around its center.
O círculo tem simetria perfeita em torno de seu centro.
3. Harmony of proportion or balance between different elements
There is a pleasing symmetry in the composition of the painting.
Há uma simetria agradável na composição do quadro.
Synonyms
balanceproportionequilibriumharmonycorrespondence
Antonyms
asymmetryimbalancedisproportionirregularity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simetria
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
simetria
standard usage, no regional variation
Rio de Janeiro
simetria
standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
simetria
standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the symmetry - romper a simetria
perfect symmetry - simetria perfeita
bilateral symmetry - simetria bilateral
radial symmetry - simetria radial
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