mathematical
part of speech
adjective (mathematical, more mathematical)
meaning for a pupil
1) To do with mathematics. tree →
2) Done carefully, exactly and logically, like a calculation. tree →
3) (mathematical certainty / chance) Exact, as sure or as small as numbers can show. tree →
sense in the lessons
In maths lessons, pupils solve mathematical problems, use mathematical symbols (+, −, ×, ÷, =) and mathematical language (sum, product, difference). In everyday life, someone with a «mathematical mind» thinks logically. Phrases: mathematical problem, mathematical symbol, mathematical vocabulary, mathematical certainty.
examples
- We use mathematical symbols like + and =. tree →
- Our homework is a mathematical puzzle. tree →
- She has a very mathematical mind. tree →
- The tiles were laid with mathematical precision. tree →
- Ada Lovelace was a great mathematical thinker. tree →
- Explain your answer using mathematical words like «sum» and «difference». tree →
- It is a mathematical certainty that 2 + 2 = 4. tree →
- “How do you know?” said the Mathematical Master, “you have never seen one.” tree →
note
Adjective; adverb: mathematically. Spelling: math-e-mat-i-cal (there is an «e» after «math»). Pronounced math-uh-MAT-i-kul.
Trees and pragmatics
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