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The word "计算" is formed by combining the character "计", meaning to calculate or plan, with the character "算", meaning to compute or reckon. Both characters individually convey aspects of performing mathematical or logical operations, and their conjunction creates a compound word that directly denotes the act or process of calculation.

Example Sentences Hide

我会计算数学题。

Wǒ huì jìsuàn shùxué tí.

I can calculate math problems.

他正在计算旅行费用。

Tā zhèngzài jìsuàn lǚxíng fèiyòng.

He is calculating travel expenses.

计算机是现代重要的工具。

Jìsuànjī shì xiàndài zhòngyào de gōngjù.

Computers are important modern tools.

如果你计算错误，结果就不准确。

Rúguǒ nǐ jìsuàn cuòwù, jiéguǒ jiù bù zhǔnquè.

If you calculate incorrectly, the result will be inaccurate.

科学家们计算出了宇宙的年龄。

Kēxuéjiā men jìsuàn chūle yǔzhòu de niánlíng.

Scientists have calculated the age of the universe.

Word Definition - 计算

jì suàn to calculate; to compute; to consider; to think over; to plot; to scheme

Individual Character Details

计 jì, jì
算 suàn