Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grau

noun

ɡrau

Definition

Grau is a Portuguese word that translates to ‘degree’ in English. It can refer to a unit of measurement for angles, temperature, or levels of intensity.

Examples

The water boiled at 100 graus Celsius.
O grau da dificuldade deste problema é alto.
A temperatura caiu para 10 graus à noite.

Meaning

The term ‘grau’ signifies a specific point or level in a scale or system, often used in education, measurement, or descriptive contexts to indicate ranking or classification.