cylinder

verb

  • To make something smooth by pressing it between two flat surfaces.

noun

  • A shape that looks like a tube or a can, with round ends and straight sides.
  • A solid shape that has a round base and goes up straight, like a soda can.
  • An object that is shaped like a tube, such as a roll of paper or a can.
  • A container that holds gas, often used for things like balloons or gas stoves.


Sentences

  • A cylinder has two round ends and straight sides.
  • We can find cylinders in many places, like in buildings.
  • The shape of a pencil is similar to a cylinder.
  • When we roll a cylinder, it moves easily.
  • A soup can is a perfect example of a cylinder.

Word Explanation:

  • A cylinder is a 3D shape that has two round ends and straight sides. Think of a soda can or a roll of toilet paper!

Word in hindi

सिलेंडर (Silendar)

Silendar

Other variations in hindi

  • गोलाकार (Golakar) Golakar
  • सिलेंडर (Silendar) Silendar

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'cylinder' mean?

A cylinder is a 3D shape that has two flat circles on the top and bottom and a curved surface connecting them.

How do you pronounce 'cylinder'?

You say 'cylinder' like this: sil-in-der.

What is the origin of the word 'cylinder'?

The word 'cylinder' comes from the Greek word 'kylindros', which means 'roller'.

What is the meaning of 'cylinder' in Kannada?

The word 'cylinder' in Kannada is 'ಸಿಲಿಂಡರ್' (Siliṇḍar).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

A cylinder is a 3D shape with two round ends and straight sides, like a can!

Proverb

"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." - This means that when things come together, they can be even better!

Quote

"Mathematics is the language in which God has written the universe." - Galileo Galilei

Mini blog:

The Wonderful World of Cylinders!

Have you ever seen a cylinder? It’s a fun shape that looks like a tall can or a tube! Imagine a big, round cookie that’s stacked high. Cylinders can be found everywhere! From the yummy drinks in cans to the colorful building blocks we play with.

Let’s Pretend!

Let’s pretend we’re explorers! We can roll our imaginary cylinders down a hill and watch them go! What other things can you think of that are shaped like a cylinder? Maybe a rocket or a tall tower?

Happy Exploring!

Keep your eyes open, and you’ll find cylinders all around you! Happy exploring!