Meaning and Usage
"測定" (そくてい) means "measurement" and is commonly used in scientific, technical, and medical contexts. It refers to the act or process of measuring something precisely.
Common Contexts
You will often see "測定" used with instruments or devices, such as temperature measurement (温度の測定), blood pressure measurement (血圧の測定), or any other quantitative assessment.
Collocations and Patterns
- 測定する: to measure (the verb form)
- 測定値: measured value
- 測定器: measuring instrument
- 正確な測定: accurate measurement
These collocations are useful when discussing data collection or scientific experiments.
Register and Usage Notes
"測定" is a formal noun often used in written and technical language. In casual conversation, people might use simpler words like "はかる" (to measure).
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "測定" with "計測" (けいそく), which also means measurement but can have a slightly broader or more technical nuance. "測定" emphasizes the act of measuring physical quantities precisely.