No. 389 in Russian
мере
"Мере" is a dative case form of "мера," meaning "measure" or "extent."
In a sentence
В значительной мере он был прав.
To a significant extent, he was right.
'В значительной мере' is a phrase meaning 'to a significant extent', demonstrating 'мере' as part of an adverbial phrase indicating the degree of correctness.
На моей мере чаши весов перевесили за.
In my measure, the scales tipped in favor.
'На моей мере' uses 'мере' as part of a figurative expression, implying a personal measure or judgment perspective.
Мера тишины была нарушена.
The measure of silence was disturbed.
'Мера тишины' involves 'мере' in its nominative form 'мера', here signifying a proverbial 'measure of silence', showcasing the concept of 'мере' within idiomatic usage.
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