calculation
/ˌkælkjʊˈleɪʃən/ · /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4659 in the learning path
计算；计算结果
Definitions
n. the process or result of working something out using numbers
计算；计算结果
n. a judgement about likely outcomes made after careful consideration
估计；权衡
Example
My calculation showed we had enough money for dinner.
我的计算表明，我们的钱够吃晚饭。
Accurate calculation of energy costs helps households compare heating systems and make informed decisions about long-term investments.
准确计算能源费用有助于家庭比较供暖系统，并对长期投资作出明智决定。
Collocations
- perform a calculation
- accurate calculation
- calculation error
- by my calculations
Word family
- calculate (v.)
- calculator (n.)
- calculated (adj.)
- incalculable (adj.)
Synonyms
- computation
- reckoning
Usage tip
一次具体计算可数；指计算过程时可不可数。
FAQ
- What does calculation mean?
- the process or result of working something out using numbers a judgement about likely outcomes made after careful consideration
- How is calculation pronounced?
- UK /ˌkælkjʊˈleɪʃən/, US /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
