A kilometer, a fundamental unit within the metric system, quantifies distance at a scale particularly suited for geographical measurements. Equivalent to one thousand meters, it translates to approximately 0.62 miles, offering a precise standard for spatial separation. Its pervasive adoption globally underscores its utility in delineating extended expanses, from inter-urban routes to international borders. Consequently, understanding the kilometer is integral to navigating and conceptualizing large-scale distances in a standardized context.
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- A unit of measurement for distance.
- Equal to 1,000 meters.
- Used for long distances, like between cities.
§ Definition
- Word
- kilometers (noun)
- CEFR Level
- A1
- Definition
- A kilometer is a unit of length in the metric system equal to 1,000 meters or approximately 0.62 miles. It is the standard unit used for measuring long distances between locations, such as cities or countries, in most parts of the world.
§ How to use it in a sentence — grammar, prepositions
The word "kilometers" is a plural noun. The singular form is "kilometer." You will often see it used with numbers to indicate distance. For example, you might say "10 kilometers" or "25 kilometers."
When talking about distance, you can use "kilometers" with various prepositions depending on the context:
- "for" to express duration or extent of a distance.
- "from...to" to specify a range of distance.
- "per" to indicate speed or rate over a distance.
- "away" to indicate distance from a point.
The car traveled kilometers down the highway.
Here, "kilometers" is used as a general plural noun to indicate a long distance.
The marathon is 42 kilometers long.
In this example, "42 kilometers" tells us the exact length of the marathon.
We walked for several kilometers before we found the village.
The preposition "for" is used here to indicate the extent of the walk.
The distance from Paris to Lyon is about 465 kilometers.
Here, "from...to" specifies the starting and ending points of the measured distance.
The train travels at 200 kilometers per hour.
"Per" is used to show the speed or rate, indicating how many kilometers are covered in one hour.
The nearest town is 50 kilometers away.
In this sentence, "away" is used to express the distance from a specific location.
You might also see "kilometers" used in more idiomatic expressions, although less common for an A1 level. For instance, someone might say "light-years ahead" metaphorically, but for literal distance, "kilometers" is straightforward.
When talking about a single unit, you use "a kilometer." When referring to multiple units, you use "kilometers."
It's just a kilometer from here to the post office.
The race covers several kilometers.
In casual conversation, you might hear people shorten "kilometers" to "klicks," especially in military contexts or among runners, but for A1 level and general usage, stick to "kilometers."
§ Common Misunderstandings and Usage Errors
The word "kilometers" is fundamental for expressing distance in most parts of the world, making its correct usage crucial for clear communication. Despite its commonality, learners often encounter several pitfalls. Understanding these can significantly improve accuracy and fluency.
§ Pluralization and Singular Form
One of the most frequent errors involves the singular and plural forms of "kilometer." Many learners, especially those whose native languages do not have similar pluralization rules, might incorrectly use "kilometer" when referring to multiple units of distance.
- Incorrect
- The city is 10 kilometer away.
- Correct
- The city is 10 kilometers away.
§ Confusion with Other Units of Measurement
Another common mistake arises from confusing kilometers with other units of distance, particularly miles. This is especially true for learners from countries that primarily use the imperial system. It's important to understand the approximate conversion to avoid miscommunication.
- Incorrect
- The speed limit is 100 miles per hour, which is about 160 kilometers per hour. (Incorrectly equating miles and kilometers in the mind, leading to potential misjudgment of distance or speed.)
- Correct
- The speed limit is 100 kilometers per hour, which is approximately 62 miles per hour. (Clearly distinguishing between the units and providing the correct conversion.)
The journey was 200 kilometers long, not miles.
§ Using "Kilometers" in Casual vs. Formal Contexts
While "kilometers" is a standard unit, the way it's presented can vary. In very casual speech, you might hear a shortened form, but it's generally best to stick to the full word in most contexts, especially written communication.
- Casual (less common, avoid in writing): "How many klicks did you run?" (Here, 'klicks' is a very informal slang for kilometers, often used in military contexts or very casual speech.)
- Standard/Formal: "How many kilometers did you run?"
- Incorrect
- The sign said 50 klicks to the next town.
- Correct
- The sign said 50 kilometers to the next town.
§ Prepositions Used with "Kilometers"
The prepositions used with "kilometers" are generally straightforward, but sometimes learners might use incorrect prepositions, leading to awkward phrasing. Common prepositions include "for" (indicating duration or extent), "from" (indicating origin), and "to" (indicating destination or extent).
- Incorrect
- We walked at 5 kilometers.
- Correct
- We walked for 5 kilometers.
The town is 20 kilometers from here.
§ Redundancy and Wordiness
Sometimes, learners might unintentionally create redundant phrases involving "kilometers." The word itself already denotes a unit of distance, so adding unnecessary words like "distance of" can make the sentence clunky.
- Incorrect
- The distance of 10 kilometers was covered.
- Correct
- 10 kilometers were covered.
By being aware of these common mistakes, learners can effectively improve their use of "kilometers," leading to more precise and natural English communication. Practice and conscious effort to identify and correct these errors will pave the way for greater fluency.
How Formal Is It?
"The survey meticulously documented the geological strata over several kilometers."
"We drove many kilometers to reach our vacation destination."
"We hiked a good few klicks before we found the perfect spot."
"The rocket flew many, many kilometers into space!"
"We've got about ten klicks left until we get there."
Beispiele nach Niveau
The store is two kilometers away.
distancia, tienda
A kilometer is a unit of distance. 'Away' shows how far something is.
We walked three kilometers to the park.
caminamos, parque
'Walked' is the past tense of 'walk'. 'To the park' tells us the destination.
How many kilometers is it to the beach?
cuántos, playa
'How many' asks about quantity. 'It is' refers to the distance.
My bike can go fast for many kilometers.
bicicleta, rápido
'Can go' shows ability. 'For many kilometers' tells us the duration or distance.
The road is ten kilometers long.
carretera, largo
'Is long' describes the length. 'Ten' is a number.
It is just one kilometer from here to the school.
aquí, escuela
'Just one kilometer' means a short distance. 'From here to' shows the starting and ending points.
We will run five kilometers tomorrow.
correr, mañana
'Will run' shows a future action. 'Tomorrow' indicates when.
A car travels many kilometers every day.
coche, cada día
'Travels' is a verb for movement. 'Every day' shows repetition.
The distance from my house to the school is two kilometers.
Mi casa a la escuela son dos kilómetros.
Use 'is' with singular distances.
We walked ten kilometers yesterday.
Caminamos diez kilómetros ayer.
The past tense of 'walk' is 'walked'.
How many kilometers is it to the next town?
¿Cuántos kilómetros hay hasta el próximo pueblo?
Use 'How many' for countable nouns.
This road is about five kilometers long.
Esta carretera tiene unos cinco kilómetros de largo.
Use 'long' to describe length.
I can run a few kilometers without stopping.
Puedo correr unos cuantos kilómetros sin parar.
Use 'a few' for small, countable numbers.
The car can travel many kilometers on one tank of gas.
El coche puede viajar muchos kilómetros con un tanque de gasolina.
Use 'many' for large, countable numbers.
She lives three kilometers away from the city center.
Ella vive a tres kilómetros del centro de la ciudad.
Use 'away from' to indicate distance from a place.
It only takes about fifteen minutes to drive five kilometers.
Solo se tardan unos quince minutos en conducir cinco kilómetros.
Use 'takes' when talking about time needed for something.
The intrepid explorer trekked hundreds of kilometers across the desolate tundra, relying solely on a compass and an unwavering determination to reach their remote destination.
Tundra = a vast, flat, treeless Arctic region.
The past tense 'trekked' indicates a completed action in the past, emphasizing the arduous journey.
Engineers meticulously calculated the precise trajectory for the satellite, ensuring it would orbit Earth at an altitude of several hundred kilometers, crucial for optimal communication coverage.
Trajectory = the path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.
The use of 'meticulously calculated' highlights the precision required for such an endeavor.
Despite the daunting prospect of cycling thousands of kilometers across an entire continent, her unwavering resolve and rigorous training regimen prepared her for the extraordinary physical and mental challenge.
Regimen = a set of rules about food and exercise that you follow, especially in order to improve your health.
The phrase 'despite the daunting prospect' introduces a contrast, emphasizing her determination in the face of difficulty.
The geological survey revealed ancient fault lines stretching for countless kilometers beneath the Earth's surface, indicating significant seismic activity throughout millennia.
Seismic activity = relating to earthquakes or other vibrations of the earth and its crust.
The adjective 'countless' emphasizes the vastness of the fault lines.
With advancements in high-speed rail technology, journeys that once took days can now be completed in a matter of hours, covering hundreds of kilometers with unparalleled efficiency and comfort.
Unparalleled = having no equal; unrivaled.
The phrase 'with unparalleled efficiency and comfort' uses a superlative adjective to highlight the superior quality of the new technology.
The migratory patterns of certain bird species involve epic flights spanning thousands of kilometers, a remarkable feat of endurance and navigational instinct.
Navigational instinct = an innate ability to find one's way.
The adjective 'epic' describes the grand scale and significance of the flights.
To truly appreciate the sheer scale of the Amazon rainforest, one must comprehend its vastness, extending for millions of square kilometers across multiple South American nations.
Sheer scale = the immense size or extent.
The modal verb 'must comprehend' indicates a necessity to fully grasp the concept.
The audacious plan involved drilling several kilometers into the Earth's crust to access geothermal energy reserves, a challenging engineering undertaking with potential environmental implications.
Audacious = showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
The adjective 'audacious' describes the bold and daring nature of the plan.
The expedition leader meticulously charted their progress, marking each traversed kilometer with an unwavering hand on the topographical map.
Expedition leader, meticulously charted, progress, traversed kilometer, unwavering hand, topographical map.
Uses 'traversed kilometer' as a precise, slightly formal way to indicate distance covered.
Despite the relentless downpour and the treacherous terrain, the intrepid marathoner pushed onward, every single kilometer a testament to their unyielding resolve.
Relentless downpour, treacherous terrain, intrepid marathoner, pushed onward, every single kilometer, unyielding resolve.
Emphasizes 'every single kilometer' for heightened impact and determination.
The astrophysicist elucidated the vastness of interstellar space, explaining that light travels countless kilometers per second, making astronomical distances almost unfathomable.
Astrophysicist, elucidated, vastness, interstellar space, light travels, countless kilometers per second, astronomical distances, unfathomable.
'Countless kilometers per second' highlights an immense, immeasurable speed.
The urban planner meticulously designed the new transit system, ensuring that each proposed tram line would cover a maximum of five kilometers to optimize efficiency and accessibility.
Urban planner, meticulously designed, new transit system, proposed tram line, cover a maximum of five kilometers, optimize efficiency, accessibility.
'A maximum of five kilometers' specifies an upper limit for planning purposes.
Having cycled for hundreds of kilometers through the rugged mountain passes, the athlete felt a profound sense of accomplishment and an acute appreciation for the panoramic vistas.
Cycled for hundreds of kilometers, rugged mountain passes, profound sense of accomplishment, acute appreciation, panoramic vistas.
'Hundreds of kilometers' conveys a significant, but not exact, long distance.
The geological survey revealed subterranean fault lines extending for many kilometers beneath the Earth's crust, indicating potential seismic activity.
Geological survey, revealed, subterranean fault lines, extending for many kilometers, beneath the Earth's crust, potential seismic activity.
'Many kilometers' indicates a large, unspecified distance in geological context.
The reconnaissance drone soared silently for dozens of kilometers over enemy territory, relaying vital intelligence without detection.
Reconnaissance drone, soared silently, dozens of kilometers, enemy territory, relaying vital intelligence, without detection.
'Dozens of kilometers' suggests a significant but approximate distance, hinting at precision in military context.
The conservationists meticulously tracked the migratory patterns of the endangered species, noting that they often journeyed thousands of kilometers between breeding grounds and feeding areas.
Conservationists, meticulously tracked, migratory patterns, endangered species, journeyed thousands of kilometers, breeding grounds, feeding areas.
'Thousands of kilometers' emphasizes a vast, long-distance migration.
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How many kilometers is it?
It's a few kilometers away.
We walked for many kilometers.
The city is several kilometers from here.
I ran ten kilometers this morning.
The car can travel hundreds of kilometers on a full tank.
They drove thousands of kilometers across the country.
The road goes for many kilometers.
The cost is ten dollars per kilometer.
It's about two kilometers to the beach.
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When talking about distances, 'kilometers' is typically used with numbers (e.g., '10 kilometers'). It can be abbreviated as 'km' (e.g., '10 km'). In spoken English, sometimes people will shorten it to 'klicks' in informal contexts, especially in military or outdoor activities, though this is less common in everyday conversation.
A common mistake is confusing 'kilometers' with 'miles'. While both measure distance, they are different units. 1 kilometer is shorter than 1 mile. Also, remember to use the plural form 'kilometers' when referring to more than one (e.g., 'five kilometers'), but 'kilometer' for a single unit (e.g., 'one kilometer'). Another mistake is incorrectly applying the abbreviation; 'km' is correct, not 'kms'.
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When talking about travel distances:
- How many kilometers is it from here to the city?
- We drove hundreds of kilometers yesterday.
- The journey was 500 kilometers long.
When discussing running or cycling distances:
- I ran 5 kilometers this morning.
- The cycling race is 100 kilometers.
- She can cycle many kilometers without getting tired.
When referring to road signs or maps:
- The sign says 10 kilometers to the next town.
- Check the map to see the kilometers to our destination.
- The speed limit is 80 kilometers per hour.
When describing distances for animals or objects:
- Birds can fly thousands of kilometers.
- The satellite is orbiting many kilometers above Earth.
- Some rivers are thousands of kilometers long.
When comparing distances:
- Is 10 kilometers far for you?
- It's only a few kilometers away.
- That's many more kilometers than I thought.
Gesprächseinstiege
"What's the farthest you've ever traveled in kilometers?"
"How many kilometers do you think you walk or run in an average week?"
"If you could instantly travel 1,000 kilometers, where would you go?"
"Do you prefer to measure distances in kilometers or miles?"
"What's a place you'd like to visit that's many kilometers away from here?"
Tagebuch-Impulse
Describe a time you traveled a long distance. How many kilometers do you think it was, and what did you see along the way?
Imagine you are planning a road trip of 500 kilometers. Where would you go, and what would you pack?
Write about an activity you enjoy that involves covering a certain number of kilometers (e.g., walking, running, biking).
Think about your daily routine. How many kilometers do you travel from your home to your school or workplace, and what is your preferred mode of transport?
If you had to walk 10 kilometers to reach an important destination, what would motivate you to keep going?
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The distance from my house to the park is two ____.
Kilometers are used to measure longer distances, like from a house to a park.
Which unit is used to measure long distances?
Kilometers are the standard unit for measuring long distances.
One kilometer is equal to 1,000 ____.
The definition states that a kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters.
A kilometer is used to measure the weight of an apple.
A kilometer is a unit of length, not weight.
Many countries use kilometers to measure distances between cities.
Kilometers are the standard unit for measuring long distances in most parts of the world.
A kilometer is a very short distance, like the length of a pencil.
A kilometer is a unit for measuring long distances, not short ones.
Write a short sentence using the word "kilometers" to describe a distance.
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The city is 10 kilometers away.
Complete the sentence: "I walked five ___ today."
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I walked five kilometers today.
Write a sentence describing how far your house is from school using "kilometers."
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My house is two kilometers from school.
What is a kilometer?
Read this passage:
A kilometer is a unit of distance. It is longer than a meter. Many countries use kilometers to measure how far places are.
What is a kilometer?
The passage states, 'A kilometer is a unit of distance.'
The passage states, 'A kilometer is a unit of distance.'
How long was the race?
Read this passage:
The race was 10 kilometers long. It took a long time to finish. Runners were tired after running many kilometers.
How long was the race?
The passage clearly says, 'The race was 10 kilometers long.'
The passage clearly says, 'The race was 10 kilometers long.'
What do people use kilometers for in many parts of the world?
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In many parts of the world, people use kilometers to measure distances between cities. For example, Paris is 400 kilometers from London by road.
What do people use kilometers for in many parts of the world?
The passage states, 'people use kilometers to measure distances between cities.'
The passage states, 'people use kilometers to measure distances between cities.'
The distance from my house to the nearest shop is two ___.
Kilometers are used for longer distances, and 'two kilometers' makes sense for the distance to a shop. The other options are too short or not the primary unit in the metric system.
We drove many ___ to reach the mountains.
When talking about driving to mountains, we measure the distance, and kilometers are the appropriate unit for longer distances. The other options measure weight, volume, or time.
A marathon is usually around 42 ___ long.
A marathon is a long-distance race, and its length is famously measured in kilometers. 42 kilometers is the correct length.
The sign says the next town is 10 ___ away.
Road signs indicate distance, which is measured in kilometers (or miles in some countries). The other options are units for weight, data, or power.
How many ___ are in 1,000 meters?
By definition, a kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters. The question asks about the unit of length.
My father often runs several ___ in the morning for exercise.
When running for exercise, distance is commonly measured in kilometers. Grams, liters, and minutes are units for weight, volume, and time, respectively.
Listen for a unit of distance.
Listen for how far they walked.
Listen for a large distance measurement.
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How many kilometers did you run today?
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It's about ten kilometers from my house to the beach.
Focus: kilometers, beach
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A marathon is just over forty-two kilometers.
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This sentence describes a car traveling a long distance.
This is a common question asking about the distance to a location.
This sentence indicates walking a specific distance.
The marathon runner covered many ___ before reaching the finish line.
Kilometers are a unit of distance, appropriate for measuring how far a runner has gone.
Which of these is approximately equal to 0.62 miles?
A kilometer is approximately 0.62 miles, as stated in the definition.
Most countries use ___ for measuring long distances.
The definition states that kilometers are the standard unit for measuring long distances in most parts of the world.
A kilometer is shorter than a meter.
A kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters, so it is much longer than a meter.
If you drive 10 kilometers, you have driven more than 5 miles.
Since 1 kilometer is approximately 0.62 miles, 10 kilometers would be about 6.2 miles, which is more than 5 miles.
Kilometers are primarily used to measure the weight of objects.
Kilometers are a unit of length, not weight. They are used for measuring distances.
Imagine you are planning a road trip across your country. How far do you plan to travel in kilometers? Describe some of the places you would visit along the way.
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For my road trip, I plan to travel approximately 1,500 kilometers. I'd start in Paris, then drive south to Bordeaux, enjoying the vineyards. After that, I'd head east to Nice for the beautiful coast, and finally, drive north back to Paris, making sure to stop at a few small towns along the route. It would be a long but scenic distance.
You are describing your daily commute to a friend who lives in a different country. How many kilometers do you travel to get to work or school? What forms of transport do you use?
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My daily commute to work is about 15 kilometers. I usually take the bus, which takes around 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Sometimes, if the weather is nice, I cycle, and that covers the same distance but takes a bit longer, around 45 minutes. The total distance doesn't seem too far for me.
Describe a time you or someone you know had to walk a long distance. How many kilometers do you think it was? What was the reason for walking so far?
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Once, my car broke down about 10 kilometers from home. I had to walk the entire distance back, which took me almost two hours. It was a long journey, and my feet were very tired by the time I arrived. I remember thinking about how far 10 kilometers felt when I was walking it.
What is the total distance of the city marathon?
Read this passage:
The annual city marathon is a popular event that attracts thousands of runners from around the world. Participants train for months to prepare for the challenging course, which spans a total of 42.195 kilometers. Spectators line the streets, cheering on the athletes as they push themselves to complete the extensive distance.
What is the total distance of the city marathon?
The passage states that the course spans a total of 42.195 kilometers.
The passage states that the course spans a total of 42.195 kilometers.
What kind of journey does the passage describe?
Read this passage:
Scientists are studying a rare species of bird that migrates thousands of kilometers each year from its breeding grounds in the Arctic to warmer climates for the winter. This incredible journey highlights the birds' remarkable endurance and navigational skills, covering immense distances.
What kind of journey does the passage describe?
The passage clearly states that the bird 'migrates thousands of kilometers each year'.
The passage clearly states that the bird 'migrates thousands of kilometers each year'.
What is the purpose of the new bike path?
Read this passage:
Our town is planning to build a new bike path that will stretch for 5 kilometers, connecting the main park to the downtown area. This initiative aims to encourage more people to cycle and reduce car dependency for shorter distances within the town.
What is the purpose of the new bike path?
The passage states, 'This initiative aims to encourage more people to cycle and reduce car dependency for shorter distances within the town.'
The passage states, 'This initiative aims to encourage more people to cycle and reduce car dependency for shorter distances within the town.'
This sentence defines the approximate equivalent of a kilometer in miles.
This sentence indicates how distances between cities are commonly measured.
This sentence describes a personal activity involving a distance measured in kilometers.
The athlete ran ten __________ in record time, demonstrating incredible endurance.
The context of 'record time' and 'incredible endurance' suggests a longer distance, making 'kilometers' the most appropriate unit. 'Meters', 'miles', and 'feet' are other units of measurement, but 'kilometers' fits the given context best for a competitive athletic event.
For long-distance travel in Europe, distances are typically measured in _________ rather than miles.
The definition states that 'kilometers' is the standard unit for measuring long distances in most parts of the world, including Europe. The other options are either shorter units or not commonly used for long-distance travel measurement in Europe.
If you drive at 60 ________ per hour, how far will you travel in two hours?
The question is about distance traveled over time, which requires a unit of length. 'Kilometers' is the appropriate unit for speed in this context. 'Pounds', 'gallons', and 'liters' are units of weight and volume, respectively, and are not relevant to measuring distance.
A kilometer is longer than a mile.
The definition states that a kilometer is approximately 0.62 miles, meaning a mile is longer than a kilometer.
In countries that use the metric system, 'kilometers' are commonly used to measure the distance between cities.
The definition explicitly states that 'kilometers' is the standard unit used for measuring long distances between locations, such as cities or countries, in most parts of the world, which aligns with countries using the metric system.
One thousand meters make up one kilometer.
The definition clearly states that a kilometer is 'equal to 1,000 meters'.
Pay attention to the number of kilometers.
Consider the unit of measurement mentioned for speed limits.
Listen for the speed and the unit of measurement.
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Imagine you are describing a cross-country road trip to a friend. How would you explain the total distance traveled in kilometers?
Focus: kilometers, traveled, distance
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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using kilometers versus miles for measuring long distances, considering international travel and daily life.
Focus: advantages, disadvantages, international, daily life
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Describe a time when you encountered a situation where understanding kilometers was important, for example, while traveling abroad or reading a map.
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This sentence describes a long distance between two cities using 'kilometers'.
This sentence uses 'kilometers' to quantify the distance cycled.
This sentence uses 'kilometers' to show the remaining distance to a town.
The athlete pushed their endurance to the limit, running several ___ in the marathon.
Kilometers are a unit of distance, appropriate for measuring the length of a marathon.
The new high-speed train can cover hundreds of ___ in just a few hours, significantly reducing travel time between cities.
Kilometers are used to measure long distances, which is relevant for train travel between cities.
Despite the rough terrain, the explorers trekked many ___ through the dense jungle, determined to reach their destination.
Kilometers are the appropriate unit for measuring long distances covered during trekking.
A kilometer is equivalent to 1,000 meters.
The definition states that a kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters.
In most parts of the world, miles are the standard unit for measuring long distances.
The definition states that kilometers are the standard unit for measuring long distances in most parts of the world.
If you drive for an hour at 60 kilometers per hour, you would have traveled 60,000 meters.
60 kilometers is equal to 60,000 meters (60 x 1,000 meters/kilometer).
The sentence discusses a marathon and its length.
The sentence describes the size of the Sahara Desert.
The sentence talks about the speed of light and the distance between the sun and Earth.
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Can you elaborate on the logistical challenges of transporting oversized cargo across several hundred kilometers of varied terrain?
Focus: logistical challenges, oversized cargo, varied terrain
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The proposed high-speed rail line aims to reduce travel time significantly by connecting major cities separated by hundreds of kilometers.
Focus: proposed, high-speed rail, significantly, separated
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From an ecological perspective, maintaining contiguous protected areas spanning thousands of kilometers is paramount for biodiversity preservation.
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Focus on the precise distance mentioned and its implications for the journey.
Pay close attention to the scale of the construction project and the challenges involved.
Grasp the immense cosmic distance and the scientific hypothesis presented.
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Articulate a nuanced perspective on the logistical complexities inherent in coordinating an international humanitarian aid effort across thousands of kilometers, considering both infrastructural challenges and geopolitical ramifications.
Focus: nuanced, logistical, inherent, coordinating, infrastructural, geopolitical, ramifications
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Expound upon the philosophical implications of space exploration, particularly regarding humanity's ability to traverse millions of kilometers and colonize celestial bodies, and how such endeavors might redefine our understanding of existence.
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Elucidate the profound impact of high-speed rail networks, capable of transporting passengers across hundreds of kilometers in mere hours, on contemporary socioeconomic landscapes, with particular emphasis on regional development and cultural exchange.
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This sentence describes a runner's effort during the concluding part of a race, using 'kilometers' to denote distance.
This sentence illustrates a challenging journey where significant distances, measured in 'kilometers', were traversed.
This sentence demonstrates 'kilometers' being used in a precise, scientific context for orbital adjustments.
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Summary
A kilometer is a metric unit of length, equivalent to 1,000 meters, used for measuring long distances.
- A unit of measurement for distance.
- Equal to 1,000 meters.
- Used for long distances, like between cities.
