octagon

noun

  • A shape that has eight sides and eight corners.
  • A place where fighters compete, usually in a sport called mixed martial arts.


Sentences

  • An octagon has eight corners and eight sides.
  • The stop sign is an octagon, so it means to stop.
  • In art class, we made octagons with paper.
  • An octagon can be found in many places, like buildings.
  • I learned that an octagon is a polygon.

Word Explanation:

  • An octagon is a special shape that has eight straight sides and eight corners. You can see octagons in real life, like on stop signs.

Word in hindi

आठकोण (Aathkon)

Aathkon

Other variations in hindi

  • आठ भुजाएँ (Aath Bhujayen) Aath Bhujayen
  • आठकोण (Aathkon) Aathkon

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'octagon' mean?

An octagon is a shape that has eight sides and eight corners.

How do you pronounce 'octagon'?

You say 'octagon' like this: ok-tuh-gon.

What is the origin of the word 'octagon'?

The word 'octagon' comes from the Greek word 'oktagonon', where 'okta' means eight and 'gonia' means angle.

What is the meaning of 'octagon' in Bengali?

The word 'octagon' in Bengali is 'অষ্টভুজ' (Ōṣṭabhuj).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

An octagon has 8 sides and 8 angles! It's the shape of a stop sign.

Proverb

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. (This means every big task starts with a small action.)

Quote

"Shapes are everywhere!" - Unknown

Mini blog:

Hey there, little explorers! 🌟

Today, let’s dive into the magical world of shapes! Have you ever heard of an octagon? It’s a special shape with eight sides and eight corners! Imagine a stop sign – that’s an octagon!

Octagons can be found in many places, like in your favorite playground or even in nature. Next time you’re outside, see if you can spot one! Count the sides and corners, and remember, every shape has its own story to tell.

So, let’s go on a shape hunt and discover the wonders around us! Happy exploring! 🕵️‍♂️✨