Definitions
- Describing a shape with four straight sides and four angles. - Referring to a geometric figure with four vertices and four edges. - Talking about a polygon with four sides of any length or angle measure.
- Describing a four-sided polygon with four angles. - Referring to a geometric figure with four vertices and four edges. - Talking about a quadrilateral with no parallel sides.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to four-sided shapes.
- 2Both have four angles and four vertices.
- 3Both are used in geometry and mathematics.
- 4Both can be classified as polygons.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Quadrilateral is a more common term than tetragon.
- 2Definition: Tetragon refers specifically to a quadrilateral with no parallel sides, while quadrilateral can include shapes with parallel sides.
- 3Connotation: Tetragon may be seen as a more technical or formal term, while quadrilateral is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 4Shape: Tetragon implies a more irregular shape, while quadrilateral can refer to shapes with more symmetry.
Remember this!
Quadrilateral and tetragon are synonyms that both refer to four-sided shapes with four angles and four vertices. However, tetragon specifically refers to a quadrilateral with no parallel sides, while quadrilateral can include shapes with parallel sides. Quadrilateral is a more common term used in everyday language, while tetragon may be seen as a more technical or formal term.
