スケール
Meanings
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scale; vernier caliper
Refers to a measuring instrument, especially a vernier caliper, used for precise length measurements. Not to be confused with 'scale' as in size or musical scale.
Measure the thickness of the part with a vernier caliper.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉をスケールで測るto measure something with a scale (caliper)
I measured the thickness of the part with a caliper.
- スケールを当てるto place a scale/caliper against something to measure it
I placed the caliper against the edge of the wood to check its length.