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sum

Pronunciation: [/sʌm/]

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sum: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use sum in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) the total amount resulting from adding two or more numbers together. Like when you add up how much money you have in your wallet.

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The sum of 5 and 3 is 8.

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I don't know the sum of these numbers; could you help me?

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What is the sum of 10 and 15?

Context: “conclusion”

(noun) the final result or conclusion of something. It's like the final answer or outcome after everything is considered.

Example

The detective had to put together all the evidence to find the sum of the case.

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We still don't have a clear sum of the situation; more investigation is needed.

Example

Have you reached a sum on which movie we should watch?

Context: “mathematics”

(verb) to add numbers together to find their total. It's like combining things to see how much there is in total.

Example

Can you sum up the scores of the players in the game?

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I can't sum these figures quickly in my head.

Example

Do you know how to sum fractions?

How to pronounce sum

Pronunciation: [/sʌm/]

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