Vocabulary - Measures: Length

The vocabulary list provided is a comprehensive collection of terms related to the concept of measurement, particularly focusing on dimensions and distances, as taught in Key Stage 2. These terms are essential for students to understand and accurately describe the size and extent of objects and spaces. The vocabulary is divided into several categories, starting with basic measures such as 'length', 'width', 'height', and 'depth'. These foundational words are crucial for describing the dimensions of objects and areas.

The list continues with comparative and superlative adjectives such as 'long', 'short', 'tall', 'high', and their respective variations like 'longer', 'shortest', 'tallest', and 'highest'. These terms help students articulate relative measurements and make comparisons between different objects or distances. Additionally, words like 'low', 'wide', 'narrow', 'deep', and 'shallow' offer further descriptive capabilities, while 'thick' and 'thin' describe the density or slimness of an object. The vocabulary extends to units of measurement, including 'kilometre', 'metre', 'centimetre', and 'millimetre', as well as traditional imperial units such as 'inch', 'feet', 'yard', and their plural forms. Tools for measuring, like 'ruler', 'metre stick', 'tape measure', and 'trundle wheel', are also included, along with terms for calculated dimensions such as 'perimeter', 'area', and 'square metre'. This extensive set of vocabulary equips students with the language needed to engage with and comprehend various aspects of measurement in their studies.