Arithmetic: meaning, definitions and examples

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arithmetic

 

[ əˈrɪθmətɪk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematical operation

Arithmetic is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of numbers, their properties, and the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Synonyms

calculation, math, mathematics

Examples of usage

  • Students learn arithmetic in elementary school.
  • Arithmetic is the foundation of all mathematical concepts.
Context #2 | Noun

simple math

Arithmetic can also refer to simple calculations involving numbers, such as counting, adding up totals, or figuring out change.

Synonyms

calculation, figures, math

Examples of usage

  • Can you do the arithmetic to calculate the total cost?
  • She struggled with the arithmetic of splitting the bill.
Context #3 | Noun

accuracy in calculation

Arithmetic can also mean the accuracy or correctness in mathematical calculations.

Synonyms

calculation, math, precision

Examples of usage

  • The accountant's arithmetic must be precise to avoid errors.
  • Double-check your arithmetic before submitting the report.

Translations

Translations of the word "arithmetic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aritmética

🇮🇳 गणित

🇩🇪 Arithmetik

🇮🇩 aritmatika

🇺🇦 арифметика

🇵🇱 arytmetyka

🇯🇵 算術 (さんじゅつ)

🇫🇷 arithmétique

🇪🇸 aritmética

🇹🇷 aritmetik

🇰🇷 산수 (sansoo)

🇸🇦 الحساب

🇨🇿 aritmetika

🇸🇰 aritmetika

🇨🇳 算术 (suànshù)

🇸🇮 aritmetika

🇮🇸 reiknifræði

🇰🇿 арифметика

🇬🇪 არითმეტიკა

🇦🇿 riyaziyyat

🇲🇽 aritmética

Etymology

The word 'arithmetic' originated from the Greek word 'arithmētikē', which means 'the art of counting'. It has been used in the English language since the 13th century. Arithmetic has been essential for commerce, science, and everyday life throughout history, with ancient civilizations developing arithmetic systems to solve practical problems.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,921 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.