Spanish Conversation · Level 1
86 words
Spanish word
calcular
Pronunciation
IPA/kalkuˈlaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcalculate
Example
Tengo que calcular el total.
I have to calculate the total.
More examples
¿Puedes calcular cuánto tardaremos?
Can you calculate how long it will take us?
Core concept
Person doing arithmetic on paper and in their head.
Common phrases
calcular el total
calculate the total
calcular el tiempo
calculate the time
calcular el precio
calculate the price
Similar words
contar: Count items or units one by one to determine a total.
sumar: Add two or more numbers or amounts to obtain a sum.
estimar: Give an approximate number or amount based on available information.
medir: Determine length, weight, or another quantity using tools or a standard method.
Definition in Spanish
Realizar operaciones mentales o escritas para obtener un resultado o una aproximación.
Word origin
From Latin calculus 'small pebble', originally used as counting counters, the verb now means performing numerical operations or making an estimate.
Usage tips
- Calcular commonly covers both precise computation and rough estimation, so 'calcular que...' usually means 'to estimate that'.