Mathematician: meaning, definitions and examples
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mathematician
[ ˌmaθəməˈtɪʃ(ə)n ]
science
A mathematician is a person who uses concepts of mathematics to solve problems and make predictions. Mathematicians study patterns, structures, and relationships in numbers and shapes. They often work in academia, research institutions, or industries that require strong analytical skills.
Synonyms
math expert, number theorist, quantitative analyst
Examples of usage
- Albert Einstein was not only a famous physicist but also a renowned mathematician.
- Many mathematicians collaborate with scientists from other disciplines to tackle complex problems.
- The field of cryptography relies heavily on the expertise of mathematicians.
Translations
Translations of the word "mathematician" in other languages:
🇵🇹 matemático
🇮🇳 गणितज्ञ
🇩🇪 Mathematiker
🇮🇩 matematikawan
🇺🇦 математик
🇵🇱 matematyk
🇯🇵 数学者 (すうがくしゃ)
🇫🇷 mathématicien
🇪🇸 matemático
🇹🇷 matematikçi
🇰🇷 수학자 (suhakja)
🇸🇦 عالم رياضيات (aalim riyadiat)
🇨🇿 matematik
🇸🇰 matematik
🇨🇳 数学家 (shùxué jiā)
🇸🇮 matematik
🇮🇸 stærðfræðingur
🇰🇿 математик
🇬🇪 მათემატიკოსი (matematikosi)
🇦🇿 riyaziyyatçı
🇲🇽 matemático
Etymology
The word 'mathematician' has its roots in the Greek word 'mathēmatikos', meaning 'skilled in learning'. The term has evolved over centuries to refer to individuals who specialize in the study of numbers, quantities, and shapes. Mathematicians have made significant contributions to various fields, including physics, engineering, and computer science, shaping our understanding of the world around us.