Meaning of the word "metric ton" in English
What does "metric ton" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
metric ton
US /ˈmɛtrɪk tʌn/
UK /ˈmɛtrɪk tʌn/
Noun
a unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms (approximately 2,204.6 pounds)
Example:
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The ship carried 50,000 metric tons of cargo.
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The factory produces 100 metric tons of steel per day.
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