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Most polygons have numerical prefices which are derived from Greek. The exception are quadrilateral and nonagon which use Latin prefices. The Greek prefix for six is hexa.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoThe term hexagon comes from the Greek word for six, which is hexa.
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What is a polygon wih six sides called?
A hexagon. A polygon with 6 sides is called an hexagon.
A different name for a hexagon?
A hexagon can also be called a six sided polygon, sometimes called a 6-gon by mathematicians, but the word hexagon is the most used word.
Is an eight sided polygon is called a hexagon?
No. A hexagon has 6 sides. A polygon with 8 sides is called an octagon.
What is a six sided shape called that does not have equal sides?
i guess an irregular hexagon
Are the sides and angles of a hexagon all equal?
They can be but they don't have to be. If they are, then it's called a "regular" hexagon.
Can a 6 sided polygon be called a sexagon?
No, it is called a hexagon.
What is a 69 sided shape called?
a 69 sided shape is called a sexagon
How many sides does a sexagon have?
There is no such shape.
What is a long hexagon called?
Super hexagon
What is the deffinition of a hexagon?
hexagon is a shape with six sides that's why its called a hexagon
What is a polygon with 6 equal sides called?
A polygon with 6 equal sides is called a regular hexagon.
What is a six shape called?
A shape with six sides is called a hexagon.
What is a 6-sided polygan called?
hexagon
What is 6 sided polygon called?
It is an hexagon
What is the name of a 6 sided shape?
It is called a 'Hexagon'
Is a hexagon with right angles called a right hexagon?
yes
What is a 6 sided shape called.?
Hexagon
