Suma (en. Addition)

/ˈsuma/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The result of adding two or more numbers.
The sum of 5 and 3 is 8.
La suma de 5 y 3 es 8.
Mathematical operation of addition.
You must do the sum before taking the exam.
Debes hacer la suma antes de presentar el examen.
Total amount obtained by performing an addition.
The total sum of the bill is 150 euros.
La suma total de la factura es de 150 euros.

Etymology

From Latin 'summa', which means 'harvest', 'total'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

square sum
The result of raising a sum to the square.
suma al cuadrado
add and continue
Expression used to indicate that something continues uninterrupted.
suma y sigue
of utmost importance
Something that has great value or relevance.
de suma importancia

Related Words

to add
To perform the operation of addition.
sumar
addition
Mathematical operation that consists of calculating the sum of several numbers.
adición
amount
Magnitude that can be measured or counted.
cantidad

Slang Meanings

To be in a good financial state or to have a lot of money.
After his business, he is in sum.
Después de su negocio, está en suma.
To be in agreement or on the same wavelength.
Everyone is in sum regarding the proposal.
Todos están en suma respecto a la propuesta.