figure

/ˈfɪɡjər/ noun A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

A figure is a shape or a number that shows something.

💡 "Figure" can refer to both numbers and shapes in different contexts.

Example Sentences

I can't figure out the answer to this question .

The figure on the clock shows it is three o'clock .

The teacher showed a figure on the math board .

Word in Context

Lily opens a letter and looks at the figure on the page . The figure shows the total she must pay this month . She calls the office and says she will pay it on Friday .

Common Phrases

number shape

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