berechnen
Translation
to calculate, to compute, to charge
Examples
Er berechnet die Kosten.
He calculates the costs.
Die Firma berechnet 100 Euro.
The company charges 100 Euros.
Der Computer berechnet das Ergebnis.
The computer computes the result.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to calculate (sth.) He calculates the costs for the project.
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to charge (sb.) (sth.) The company charges me 100 Euros.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kalkulieren, ausrechnen
Etymology
From the prefix `be-` (used to form verbs) and `rechnen` (to reckon, calculate). Literally 'to reckon on'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-reckon'. You are reckoning or calculating a specific amount.