スクエア
also: スクウェア · スクエアー · スクェア · スクェアー · スクゥエア
Meanings
Refers to the geometric shape; used in everyday contexts like describing objects or patterns.
This table is square-shaped.
Refers to a public square or plaza, often in city names or descriptions of urban spaces.
An event was held at the square in front of the station.
Describes a person or attitude that is rigidly correct, formal, or by-the-book; often used with a slightly negative nuance of being stiff or inflexible.
He has a stiff personality and doesn't get jokes.
A carpenter's or drafting square; a technical term. Compare with スコヤ.
See also: スコヤ
The carpenter used a square to check the right angle of the lumber.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉をスクエアにカットするto cut something into a square shape
I cut the fabric into a square and made a pillowcase.
- スクエアな性格a rigid, by-the-book personality
He has a very rigid personality and never breaks the rules.
- スクエアで〈物〉を測るto measure something with a square (tool)
I measured the angle of the lumber with a square.