Pronunciation: /ˈkælkjəˌleɪtɪŋ/
verb to determine or estimate by using mathematical or logical methods
A1 She is calculating how much money she needs to buy a new phone.
A2 The students are calculating the total cost of their field trip.
B1 The accountant is calculating the company's annual budget.
B2 The scientist is calculating the trajectory of the rocket.
C1 The mathematician is calculating complex equations to solve the problem.
C2 The engineer is calculating the structural integrity of the bridge before construction begins.
adjective involving the use of mathematics or logic to solve problems
A1 She is very good at calculating simple math problems.
A2 The calculating machine helped him determine the correct measurements.
B1 The calculating software was able to analyze the data and provide accurate results.
B2 The engineer's calculating skills were crucial in designing the new bridge.
C1 Her calculating mind allowed her to quickly assess the financial implications of the project.
C2 The scientist's calculating approach to the experiment ensured precise and reliable results.
formal The engineer spent hours calculating the precise measurements for the new bridge.
informal I'm not sure how he does it, but he's always calculating the best deals on everything.
slang She's like a human calculator, always calculating the tip in her head.
figurative His mind is constantly calculating the risks and rewards of every decision he makes.
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