What is a Rectangle in English?

Mô tả sản phẩm

The English word for hình chữ nhật is rectangle.

Understanding Rectangles

Defining a Rectangle

A rectangle is a four-sided flat shape where all the angles are right angles (90 degrees). Opposite sides are parallel and equal in length.

Rectangles vs. Squares

While all squares are rectangles, not all rectangles are squares. A square is a special type of rectangle where all four sides are equal in length.

Real-world Examples of Rectangles

Rectangles are everywhere! Think about doors, windows, books, computer screens, and many other everyday objects. Their practical shape makes them useful in countless applications.

Related Shapes

Squares

As mentioned, squares are rectangles with all sides equal.

Parallelograms

Rectangles are a type of parallelogram, a quadrilateral with opposite sides parallel. However, parallelograms don't necessarily have right angles.

Other Quadrilaterals

Other four-sided shapes include trapezoids (with at least one pair of parallel sides) and rhombuses (with all sides equal, but not necessarily right angles). Understanding the differences between these shapes is crucial to mastering geometry vocabulary. Remember, a rectangle in English is simply "rectangle."

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