Geometry: Shapes Flash Cards

Learn the names and properties of 2D geometric shapes.

Free geometry: shapes flash cards with 10 terms and definitions. Flip through each card to study, or shuffle for a new order. Printable for classroom or homework use.

Geometry: Shapes Terms and Definitions

TRIANGLE
Three-sided polygon
QUADRILATERAL
Any four-sided polygon
RECTANGLE
Four-sided shape with four right angles
RHOMBUS
Parallelogram with four equal sides
TRAPEZOID
Quadrilateral with exactly one pair of parallel sides
PENTAGON
Five-sided polygon
HEXAGON
Six-sided polygon
OCTAGON
Eight-sided polygon
PARALLELOGRAM
Quadrilateral with two pairs of parallel sides
CIRCLE
Round shape where all points are equal distance from center

About Geometry: Shapes

Understanding 2D shapes is the foundation of geometry. From triangles to hexagons, each shape has a name, a set of sides, and specific properties. These flash cards help students connect shape names with their defining characteristics.

Geometry: Shapes Vocabulary

These flash cards pair shape names with their definitions. Students flip cards to learn terms like TRIANGLE (a three-sided polygon), RHOMBUS (a parallelogram with four equal sides), and TRAPEZOID (a quadrilateral with exactly one pair of parallel sides).

How to Use These Flash Cards in Class

After studying these flash cards, give students a sheet of dot paper and have them draw each shape from memory. Then have partners quiz each other by pointing to a shape and asking for its name and one property.

Printable Geometry: Shapes Flash Cards

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