Aritmética (en. Arithmetic)

/aɾiˈtmetika/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Study of basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
I learned to do addition and subtraction in arithmetic class.
Aprendí a hacer sumas y restas en la clase de aritmética.
Set of rules that govern operations with numbers.
Arithmetic is fundamental for solving simple mathematical problems.
La aritmética es fundamental para resolver problemas matemáticos simples.

Etymology

From the Greek 'arithmos' meaning number.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Basic arithmetic
Set of elementary mathematical operations.
aritmética básica
Do calculations
Performing arithmetic operations.
hacer cuentas

Related Words

Mathematics
Science that studies the properties and relationships of numbers.
matemáticas
Number
Mathematical expression that represents a quantity.
número

Slang Meanings

Simple relationship between numbers.
The arithmetic of life is simple: if you work hard, you will get results.
La aritmética de la vida es sencilla: si trabajas duro, obtendrás resultados.
Counting something in a basic way.
Use your arithmetic to divide tasks among team members.
Utiliza tu aritmética para dividir las tareas entre los miembros del equipo.