arithmetic

noun
UK: /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/
US: /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/

  1. The part of mathematics that involves adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing numbers.

    1. I'm not good at arithmetic. [ ] [ ]
    2. The test included questions on basic arithmetic and algebra skills. [ ] [ ]

  2. A calculation.

    1. Her arithmetic was correct. [ ] [ ]
    2. The arithmetic of buying versus renting a home is more complex than it appears. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

mathematics reckoning calculation
arithmetic adjective

  1. Relating to arithmetic.

    1. arithmetic skills [ ] [ ]
    2. The students practice arithmetic problems in class every day to improve their speed. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "arithmetic" in English means: The part of mathematics that involves adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing numbers., A calculation..

The phonetic transcription of "arithmetic" is /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/ in British English and /əˈrɪθ.mə.tɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "arithmetic": mathematics, reckoning, calculation.

Example usage of "arithmetic": "I'm not good at arithmetic.". More examples on the page.