ratio
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A way of comparing two amounts, showing how many times one contains the other.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The recipe calls for a _____ of two cups of flour to one cup of sugar."
Answer: ratio
In your own words, what does "ratio" mean?
A way of comparing two amounts, showing how many times one contains the other.
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