Basic Math Terms
In Spanish, common math terms include suma for addition, resta for subtraction, multiplicación for multiplication, and división for division. These foundational words will help you understand basic math problems and instructions.
Asking About Numbers
When asking "What is the answer?" you can say ¿Cuál es la respuesta?. To ask "How many?" use ¿Cuántos? or ¿Cuántas? depending on the gender. For "What number?" use ¿Qué número? These questions are essential for solving math problems.
Asking for Calculations
To request a calculation like "Add these numbers," you can say Suma estos números. For "Subtract five," say Resta cinco. Similarly, "Multiply by two" is Multiplica por dos, and "Divide by four" is Divide por cuatro. Mastering these phrases aids in communicating math operations.
Math Problem Phrases
Common phrases in math problems include ¿Cuánto es...? meaning "How much is...?", ¿Cuál es el resultado? for "What is the result?", and Resuelve el problema meaning "Solve the problem." These expressions are useful during math exercises and tests.
Expressions for Word Problems
In word problems, you might encounter phrases like Si tienes (If you have), Entonces (Then), and ¿Cuánto queda? (How much is left?). These help in understanding and solving story-based math questions effectively.
