calculate
Translation
to calculate, to figure out, to estimate
Examples
Can you calculate the total cost?
Can you calculate the total cost?
I calculate that we will arrive at 6 pm.
I calculate that we will arrive at 6 p.m.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to determine the amount or number of (sth.) Can you calculate the total cost?
((that ...)) to judge or estimate (that sth. will happen) I calculate that we will arrive at 6 p.m.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compute, work out, reckon
Etymology
From Latin 'calculus' meaning 'pebble', as pebbles were used for counting in ancient Rome.
Memory Tips
A 'calculator' is a tool you use to 'calculate' things.