Definition: A kite is a quadrilateral with two distinct pairs of adjacent sides that are congruent.
Recall that parallelograms also have pairs of congruent sides. However, their congruent sides are always opposite sides. Kites have two pairs of congruent sides that meet at two different points. Here's what a kite looks like :
Ok get ready because this might get complicated. A quadrilateral has four sides. A kite has four sides. Therefore, a kite is a quadrilateral. Mind. Blown.
Definition: A kite is a quadrilateral with two distinct pairs of adjacent sides that are congruent.
Recall that parallelograms also have pairs of congruent sides. However, their congruent sides are always opposite sides. Kites have two pairs of congruent sides that meet at two different points. Here's what a kite looks like :