Numerate: meaning, definitions and examples

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numerate

 

[ ˈnjuːməreɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

count, list

To numerate means to assign numbers to something or to count in a sequential order. This can refer to listing items with their corresponding numbers for clarity or organization.

Synonyms

count, enumerate, itemize, list

Examples of usage

  • Please numerate the steps in your procedure.
  • He will numerate the items on the agenda.
  • The teacher asked the students to numerate their answers.
  • You should numerate the pages of the report.

Translations

Translations of the word "numerate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 numerar

🇮🇳 संख्यांकित करना

🇩🇪 nummerieren

🇮🇩 menomori

🇺🇦 перераховувати

🇵🇱 numerować

🇯🇵 番号を付ける

🇫🇷 numéroter

🇪🇸 numerar

🇹🇷 numaralandırmak

🇰🇷 번호 매기다

🇸🇦 ترقيم

🇨🇿 číslovat

🇸🇰 číslovať

🇨🇳 编号

🇸🇮 številčiti

🇮🇸 telja

🇰🇿 нөмірлеу

🇬🇪 ნომრირება

🇦🇿 nömrələmək

🇲🇽 numerar

Etymology

The term 'numerate' derives from the Latin 'numeratus,' the past participle of 'numerare,' which means 'to count or to number.' The prefix 'num-' refers to 'number.' The word has been utilized in the English language since the early 20th century and reflects the importance of numerical organization in various fields, including education, science, and administration. Originally, numerate described individuals who had a basic understanding of numbers. Over time, the term evolved to encompass broader applications, especially in contexts involving data organization and management. The evolution of technology has further popularized its use, as the ability to numerate has become increasingly crucial in data analysis and computational tasks.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,541, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.