Mathematical operations are the basic processes we use to manipulate numbers and quantities. This guide covers the essential vocabulary for each operation.
Addition
Addition is combining two or more numbers to get a total amount. The plus sign (+) shows where to add.
| English Word(s) | English Translation(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| add | add | |
| plus | plus | |
| sum | sum | |
| total | total | |
| more than | more than |
Subtraction
Subtraction is taking one number away from another to find the difference. The minus sign (−) shows where to subtract.
| English Word(s) | English Translation(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| subtract | subtract | |
| minus | minus | |
| difference | difference | |
| take away | take away | |
| less than | less than |
Multiplication
Multiplication is repeated addition of the same number. It scales a number by another. The times sign (×) or an asterisk (*) can show multiplication.
| English Word(s) | English Translation(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| multiply | multiply | |
| times | times | |
| product | product | |
| twice | twice | |
| by | by |
Division
Division splits a number into equal parts or groups. It finds how many times one number fits into another. The division sign (÷), slash (/), or colon (:) can show division.
| English Word(s) | English Translation(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| divide | divide | |
| divided by | divided by | |
| quotient | quotient | |
| half | half | |
| per | per |
Vocabulary
This section lists additional helpful terms that appear in math problems and instructions.
| English Word(s) | English Translation(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| number | number | |
| calculate | calculate | |
| amount | amount | |
| increase | increase | |
| decrease | decrease |
Summary
Mathematical operations are addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, each with key vocabulary and symbols. Learning these terms helps you understand and solve math problems clearly.
Last updated: Fri Oct 24, 2025