Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Mathematics and Measurement

Here you will learn some English words about mathematics and measurement, such as "calculation", "fraction", "diamete", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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calculation [noun]

the act of finding a number or amount using mathematics

Ex: She double-checked her calculations to ensure the accuracy of the financial report .

arithmetic [noun]

a branch of mathematics that deals with addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.

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mathematical [adjective]

related to or used in mathematics

Ex: Statistical analysis involves using mathematical techniques to interpret data .

numerical [adjective]

represented in numbers

Ex: Numerical simulations use mathematical models to predict outcomes in various scenarios .

ordinal number [noun]

a number that indicates the position of something in a sequence or series

Ex: Use ordinal numbers when describing order , like " first place " or " second choice . "

measure [noun]

the quantity, amount, or degree of something

Ex: The doctor prescribed a specific measure of medication for the patient .

value [noun]

(mathematics) an amount that is shown by a sign or letter

Ex:

$fraction$

fraction [noun]

a number obtained by dividing one integer or rational number by another, typically written in the form a/b

Ex: Fractions can be converted to decimals for easier calculation .

digit [noun]

one of the numbers from 0 to 9

Ex: The first digit in the number 456 is 4 .

diameter [noun]

a straight line from one side of a round object, particularly a circle, passing through the center and joining the other side

Ex: The engineer measured the diameter of the pipe to ensure it would fit snugly within the existing framework .

equation [noun]

(mathematics) a statement indicating the equality between two values

Ex: Balancing chemical equations is crucial in chemistry to ensure conservation of atoms and mass .

parallel [adjective]

having an equal distance from each other at every point

Ex: The beams of sunlight created parallel lines on the floor .

decimal [adjective]

relating to a system of numbers based on powers of ten, where quantities are expressed using digits, including fractions and whole numbers

Ex: Length measurements can be written in decimal form , such as 2.5 meters or 6.75 inches .

vertical [adjective]

positioned at a right angle to the horizon or ground, typically moving up or down

Ex: The vines climbed the vertical trellis , reaching toward the sun .

width [noun]

the distance of something from side to side

Ex: The width of the bookshelf is adjustable to accommodate different-sized books .

unit [noun]

a standard measure used to tell the amount of something

Ex: A mole is a unit of measurement in chemistry , representing a specific number of atoms or molecules .

function [noun]

(mathematics) a quantity whose value changes according to another quantity's varying value

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circumference [noun]

(geometry) the length of the external boundary of a curved shape, especially a circle

Ex: To find the circumference of a wheel , you need to know its radius or diameter .

axis [noun]

the central point or line around which an object turns

Ex: The planet 's tilt on its axis causes the seasons .

probability [noun]

(mathematics) a number representing the chances of something specific happening

Ex: She calculated the probability of her team winning based on past performances .

dimension [noun]

a measure of the height, length, or width of an object in a certain direction

Ex: The artist 's sculptures seemed to defy conventional dimensions , playing with space and form in unexpected ways .

to subtract [verb]

(mathematics) to take a number from another number and find out the difference

Ex: If you have 15 apples and subtract 7 , you 'll have 8 left .

to total [verb]

to add up numbers or quantities to find the overall amount

Ex: When shopping , remember to total the prices of all the items in your cart before reaching the cashier .

cubic [adjective]

indicating a unit of measurement that includes volume of a cube

ounce [noun]

a unit for measuring weight equal to approximately 28.34 grams

gallon [noun]

a unit used to measure liquids in the United States, equivalent to approximately 3.785 liters

bar chart [noun]

a graphical display of information consisting of narrow rectangular lines whose heights depend on the value that they are representing

Ex: When reading a bar chart , it is important to look at the scale for accurate interpretation .

pie chart [noun]

a graphical display of the difference between the parts of a whole shown by dividing a circle into several segments

Ex: The pie chart clearly depicted that the majority of respondents preferred option A.

acre [noun]

a unit used in North America and Britain for measuring land area that equals 4047 square meters or 4840 square yards

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formula [noun]

(mathematics) a rule or law represented in symbols, letters, or numbers

Ex: Engineers rely on formulas to calculate stress and strain in materials under different conditions .

accountant [noun]

someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Ex: Many businesses rely on a professional accountant to help them manage their taxes and financial planning .

analyst [noun]

a trained individual who evaluates information and data to provide insights and make informed decisions in various fields such as finance, economics, business, technology, etc.

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