errechnen
Translation
to calculate, to compute, to work out
Examples
Er kann die Kosten genau errechnen.
He can calculate the costs exactly.
Der Computer hat das Ergebnis errechnet.
The computer has computed the result.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to calculate sth. Can you errechnen the total cost?
Similar Words
berechnen, ausrechnen, kalkulieren
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (indicating achievement or completion) and 'rechnen' (to reckon, to calculate). It means to arrive at a result through calculation.
Memory Tips
Think of 'er-' as achieving a result. You 'rechnen' (reckon) until you 'er-rechnen' (achieve the calculated result).