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diagram

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

Forms: diagrams

diagram means: A drawing that shows how something works or how its parts connect.

noun

EXPLANATORY DRAWINGB1

A drawing that shows how something works or how its parts connect.

  • Look at this diagram.
  • The diagram shows how the engine works.
  • We drew diagrams of the water system.

Similar words: drawing, schematic

Common phrases: draw a diagram, circuit diagram, labelled diagram

CHARTB2

A picture using lines, shapes, or bars to show information or numbers.

  • The diagram shows our sales.
  • Compare the two diagrams on this page.
  • She used a circle diagram to show the percentages.

Similar words: chart, graph

Common phrases: bar diagram, statistical diagram, circle diagram

verb

SHOW IN DRAWINGC1

To show something in a drawing that explains its parts or structure.

  • Please diagram the system.
  • She diagrammed the sentence on the board.
  • Can you diagram how these parts connect?

Similar words: draw, map out

Common phrases: diagram a sentence, diagram a process

Questions about diagram

What does diagram mean?

A drawing that shows how something works or how its parts connect.

What is diagram in other languages?

Türkçe: şema · Español: diagrama · Français: schéma · Deutsch: Diagramm · Italiano: diagramma · 日本語: 図

How do you pronounce diagram?

It is pronounced /ˈdaɪəɡræm/.

How do you use diagram in a sentence?

Look at this diagram. The diagram shows how the engine works.

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