compute
Prononciation : [kəmˈpjuːt]
Mot
Contexte : « mathematics »
(verb) to find a number or answer using math. This is like when you add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve a problem.
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He can compute the total cost of the groceries quickly in his head.
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She couldn't compute the answer because she didn't understand the numbers.
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Can you compute how much time it will take to finish the project?
Contexte : « technology »
(verb) to use a computer to perform calculations or process information. This is like when you use a computer to help solve complex problems or run programs.
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The software can compute data much faster than a person can.
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The old computer can't compute the new software because it's too slow.
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How does this program compute the results so quickly?
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