Calculate
Verb
UK
/ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪt/
US
/ˈkæl.kjə.leɪt/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
To find an answer or result using numbers or careful thought.
Example
"Please calculate the total cost of the groceries."
"She calculated her chances before deciding to invest in the business."
"Engineers calculate the weight a bridge can hold before building it"
Explanation
Calculate means to work out an answer or result by using numbers, logic, or careful thinking. It can involve simple arithmetic like adding and subtracting, or more complex math like using formulas. People calculate to find costs, distances, time, or measurements. The word can also mean thinking carefully before making a decision, especially in planning actions. Calculations can be done in your head, on paper, or with tools like calculators and computers.