Engineering English
Volume
Engineering Fundamentals · Last updated: July 30, 2026 · How this entry was written
Definition: Volume is the measure of the three-dimensional space occupied by a substance or object. It is a fundamental physical quantity used extensively in fluid mechanics and material science.
Example in context
“The volume of the liquid in the tank must be measured accurately to ensure correct mixing ratios.”
“Tanktaki sıvının hacmi, doğru karışım oranlarını sağlamak için hassas bir şekilde ölçülmelidir.”
Where engineers use it
Volume appears in fluid mechanics, process engineering, and material storage calculations. Engineers use it to determine quantities, sizing, and density relationships.
Synonyms: capacity
Practice: can you use “Volume” at work?
You are designing a water storage tank and need to calculate its volume to meet the required capacity. Explain how you would determine the volume.
Show a model answer
“Please calculate the volume of this cylindrical tank.”
“Volume” in 21 languages
| English | Volume |
|---|---|
| Turkish | hacim |
| French | volume |
| German | Volumen |
| Spanish | volumen |
| Chinese | 体积 |
| Arabic | حجم |
| Portuguese | volume |
| Russian | объем |
| Japanese | 体積 |
| Italian | volume |
| Vietnamese | thể tích |
| Hindi | आयतन |
| Thai | ปริมาตร |
| Indonesian | volume |
| Korean | 체적 |
| Bengali | আয়তন |
| Dutch | volume |
| Swedish | volym |
| Finnish | tilavuus |
| Ukrainian | об'єм |
Frequently asked questions
What does Volume mean in engineering?
Volume is the measure of the three-dimensional space occupied by a substance or object. It is a fundamental physical quantity used extensively in fluid mechanics and material science. In Engineering Fundamentals, the term carries a usage-frequency rating of 10/10 in the Engineering English library.
How do you pronounce Volume?
Volume is pronounced /ˈvɒl.juːm/ (IPA). The Engineering English app plays audio for the term and checks your pronunciation with speech recognition.
How is Volume used in a sentence?
Example from an engineering context: “The volume of the liquid in the tank must be measured accurately to ensure correct mixing ratios.”
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