All skills › Year 2 › Shapes & Geometry
Year 2 · Shapes & Geometry
Lines of symmetry
A line of symmetry is a fold line where one half exactly matches the other.
How to do it
- Imagine folding the shape along the line.
- If both halves land on top of each other, it is a line of symmetry.
- Try vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines.
Worked example
A square
Fold top to bottom, side to side, and along both diagonals
4 lines of symmetry
With a free account, these play as step-by-step animations.
Watch outA rectangle has only 2 lines: its diagonals are not lines of symmetry.
Practise Lines of symmetry properly
Ten-question rounds with instant marking, a lesson under every question, stars and badges. Free to start, and the first week includes Premium.
Create a free account
More Shapes & Geometry skills