El cálculo
Example: El cálculo de los gastos fue más complicado de lo esperado.
Definition
"El cálculo" refers to the process or result of determining a numerical value or estimate, often involving mathematical operations. It can also mean the careful consideration or assessment of quantities, such as expenses or measurements, as shown in the phrase 'El cálculo de los gastos fue más complicado de lo esperado.'
Etymology
The word "el cálculo" comes from the Latin 'calculus,' meaning 'small stone,' which ancient Romans used for counting and performing arithmetic. Over time, it evolved to mean the act of calculating or computation. Did you know that the word 'calculus' also gives us the name of the mathematical field studying limits and derivatives?
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"El cálculo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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