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Tabulating: meaning, definitions and examples

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tabulating

 

[ ˈtæbjʊleɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

data organization

Tabulating refers to the process of arranging data in a systematic format, usually in rows and columns. This technique is commonly used in statistics and data analysis to present complex information in a more understandable way. By breaking down information into tables, it becomes easier to interpret, compare, and analyze datasets. The tabulation process can be automated with software, but it may also be performed manually, especially in simpler tasks.

Synonyms

arranging, classifying, organizing

Examples of usage

  • The researcher is tabulating the survey results.
  • We spent hours tabulating the data from the experiment.
  • She is responsible for tabulating the scores during the competition.

Translations

Translations of the word "tabulating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tabulando

🇮🇳 तालिका बनाना

🇩🇪 tabellieren

🇮🇩 mengatur

🇺🇦 табулювання

🇵🇱 tabulacja

🇯🇵 表形式にする

🇫🇷 tablature

🇪🇸 tabulación

🇹🇷 tabulasyon

🇰🇷 표로 만들기

🇸🇦 جدولة

🇨🇿 tabulace

🇸🇰 tabulácia

🇨🇳 制表

🇸🇮 tabeliranje

🇮🇸 töflun

🇰🇿 кестелеу

🇬🇪 ტაბულირება

🇦🇿 cədvəl hazırlamaq

🇲🇽 tabulación

Word origin

The word 'tabulate' originated from the Latin 'tabula', meaning 'board' or 'plank', which refers to a flat surface used for displaying information. The practice of tabulating dates back to ancient civilizations that used tables to record data, making it easier to process and retrieve information. Over time, the term evolved through the influence of various languages, including French, where 'tabuler' was used to describe the act of creating tables. In modern contexts, tabulating has become an essential skill in various fields, including business, science, and education, as it facilitates the clear presentation and analysis of data.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,695, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.