sum
Translation
sum, total, amount
Examples
The sum of 5 and 3 is 8.
The sum of 5 and 3 is 8.
He paid a large sum of money.
He paid a large sum of money.
Grammar Patterns
the sum of ((sth.)) the total of (sth.) The sum of 5 and 3 is 8.
a sum of ((money)) an amount of (money) He paid a large sum of money.
Similar Words
Synonyms: total, amount, aggregate
Etymology
From Latin 'summa' meaning 'highest part, total'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'summary' which is the 'sum' of all points.