毫米

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Understanding 毫米 (háo mǐ)

"毫米" means "millimeter," a unit of length equal to one-thousandth of a meter. It is commonly used in contexts requiring precise measurement, such as engineering, manufacturing, and science.

Usage and Context

This term is typically used to describe very small distances or dimensions. For example, when discussing the thickness of wires, the precision of machine parts, or tolerances in construction, "毫米" is the standard unit.

Common Collocations

Tips

When using "毫米," it is often paired with numbers to specify exact measurements. It is a formal and technical term, so it appears more in written or professional contexts than in casual speech.

Avoid confusing "毫米" with "厘米" (centimeter) or "" (meter), which represent larger units of length.

Example Sentences

The diameter of this wire is only two millimeters.

An error within one millimeter is acceptable.

The size of this part is precise to the millimeter level.