congruence in English
- congruence⇄congruence, noun.
the fact or condition of being congruent.
Ex. The congruence we achieved was short-lived. It provides a painless introduction to the concept of numerical congruence formulated by the great German mathematician Carl Friedrich
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Congruence
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒŋɡruəns/ (British), /ˈkɑːŋɡruəns/ (American)
Definitions
- The quality or state of being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence.
- (Mathematics) A relationship between two geometric figures or numbers that have the same size and shape.
- (Philosophy) The alignment between one's values, beliefs, and actions.
Usage Examples
- "There is a strong congruence between their political views."
- "In geometry, two triangles have congruence if their corresponding sides and angles are equal."
- "His actions were in congruence with his stated principles."
Etymology
Derived from Latin ‘congruentia,’ meaning ‘agreement, harmony,’ from ‘congruere’ (to come together, to agree).
Synonyms
- Agreement
- Harmony
- Consistency
- Correspondence
- Conformity
Antonyms
- Discrepancy
- Incongruity
- Disharmony
- Contradiction
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Congruence | /kɔ̃ɡʁyɑ̃s/ |
| Spanish | Congruencia | /koŋɡɾwenθja/ |
| Hindi | संगति | /səŋɡəti/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 一致性 | /yī zhì xìng/ |
| Russian | Соответствие | /səɐtvʲɛtstvʲɪje/ |
| Arabic | توافق | /tawāfuq/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˈkɒŋɡruəns/, American English: /ˈkɑːŋɡruəns/
Historical Usage
The term has been used in mathematical and philosophical contexts since the 17th century, originally from Latin sources.
Cultural Nuances
In psychology, congruence refers to a person's internal consistency between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
More Information
Congruence plays a crucial role in multiple disciplines, including mathematics, philosophy, psychology, and ethics, where it describes agreement or consistency in different contexts.