Definition of "area"
Kid-friendly meaning of area, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "area" mean?
area (noun) — the amount of space inside a flat shape, like a floor or yard.
Example sentences using "area"
Grade K–2
Find the area.
Grade 3–5
We calculated the area of the classroom for our math homework last night.
Grade 6–8
The area of a square is simple to find, but figuring out the area of a wavy shape like a lake is much harder, requiring breaking it into pieces.
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