Basic Details
Word: Hexagon
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A shape with six straight sides and six angles.
Synonyms: Six-sided polygon
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Six of one, half a dozen of the other: Used to indicate that there is no difference between two options. Example: "Whether you choose pizza or pasta for dinner, its six of one, half a dozen of the other."
- To be in a hexagon: To be in a situation that feels complicated or confusing. Example: "Trying to solve that puzzle put me in a hexagon!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: In school, we learned that a hexagon has six sides and is often seen in nature, such as in honeycomb patterns.
Example 2: The artist created a beautiful garden design that included hexagonal flower beds.
Example 3: The tiles on the floor were shaped like hexagons, making the room look unique and interesting.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the honeycomb built by bees is made up of hexagonal shapes? This design maximises space and efficiency while using the least amount of wax!
Famous Quote
"Nature is full of genius, admiration and even a bit of hexagon." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hexagon" mean?
a) A shape with four sides
b) A shape with eight sides
c) A shape with six sides
d) A circle
Answer: c) A shape with six sides
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hexagon"?
a) Triangle
b) Square
c) Six-sided polygon
d) Rectangle
Answer: c) Six-sided polygon
3. Which sentence uses "hexagon" correctly?
a) The hexagon flew into the sky.
b) The hexagon had six straight sides.
c) The hexagon ran as fast as a cheetah.
d) The hexagon was my favourite animal.
Answer: b) The hexagon had six straight sides.
4. Which idiom means the same as "hexagon"?
a) To be in a hexagon
b) Six of one, half a dozen of the other
c) A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
d) All's well that ends well
Answer: a) To be in a hexagon
5. What is the opposite of "hexagon"?
a) N/A
b) Triangle
c) Pentagon
d) Square
Answer: a) N/A
