math

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A student solves a math problem on the chalkboard.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The study of numbers, quantities, shapes, and the relationships between them: "math" is the science that uses logic to understand and describe patterns, structure, and change through abstraction and calculation.

Usage

• "Math" is a common, informal shortening of the word "mathematics." It is widely used in everyday American English.
• It is typically used with a singular verb (e.g., Math fun).
• It refers to the academic subject as a whole field of study.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She is very good at math.
  • We have a math test tomorrow.
  • He decided to major in math in college.

Advanced Usage

• "Do the math": This idiom means to calculate something or, more figuratively, to think logically about a situation to understand the obvious conclusion.
  • If you do the math, you'll see this business plan won't work.
• "New math": Refers to changes in the way mathematics was taught, particularly in the mid-20th century, emphasizing conceptual understanding over rote calculation.

Variants and Related Words

• Mathematics (n): The full, formal name for the field of study.
• Mathematical (adj): Relating to or using mathematics.
  • a mathematical formula
• Mathematician (n): A person who is an expert in mathematics.

Synonyms

• Arithmetic: The branch of math dealing with numbers and basic operations (addition, subtraction, etc.). This is a specific part of math, not a perfect synonym.
• Calculation: The process of using math to find a result.

Related Phrases

• Math problem: A specific question or exercise in mathematics.
  • Can you help me solve this math problem?
• Math skills: One's ability to perform mathematical tasks.
  • This job requires strong math skills.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement

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