calcolo
/ˈkal.ko.lo/masculine
The English phrase calculation is translated into Italian as calcolo. Wiktionary also lists conto.
Meaning: act or process of calculating (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| calcolo | /ˈkal.ko.lo/ | masculine |
| conto | /ˈkon.to/ | masculine |
Calcolo is a common and general term used for mathematical computations, logical reasoning or the process of calculating something abstractly. In a medical context, the word is also used to refer to a stone or calculus in the body, such as in the phrase calcolo renale for a kidney stone. For the specific task of mental arithmetic, you would use the phrase calcolo mentale.
Which one should you use?
While calcolo refers to the mathematical process of calculation, the word conto is used to mean a bill or a check, such as at a restaurant or a shop.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both calcolo and conto are masculine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
calcolo is pronounced /ˈkal.ko.lo/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the expression fare i conti can mean both performing a calculation and settling a score or seeking revenge.
- When Italians talk about a 'calculated' person, calcolatore often implies someone who is cold and manipulative rather than just precise.
- The term calcolo stems directly from the Latin 'calculus', which originally referred to a small stone or pebble used for counting.
Examples in context
- Sono ora ampiamente usati per la comunicazione, il calcolo, e altre attività.They are now widely used for communication, calculation, and other activities.This sentence shows the use of calcolo in a general list of activities.Tatoeba #3133323 by Guybrush88, translation #42843 by AlanF_US
- Sebbene più semplice degli scacchi, la dama anche richiede il calcolo delle sequenze di mosse e l'analisi di strutture e posizioni.Although simpler than chess, checkers also require the calculation of sequences of moves and the analysis of structures and positions.This sentence demonstrates calcolo in the context of calculating sequences of moves.Tatoeba #10335845 by carlosalberto, translation #10335814 by carlosalberto
- Nel rapporto finanziario, il calcolo dei costi è fondamentale.In the financial report, the calculation of costs is crucial.
- Facciamo un piccolo conticino per dividere il conto.Let's do a quick calculation to split the bill.
- Sto facendo un calcolo preciso per i miei risparmi.I am doing a precise calculation for my savings.
- Hai fatto un conticino veloce della spesa?Did you do a quick calculation of the expenses?
- Il conto finale richiede dei computi accurati.The final bill requires precise calculations.
- Mi piace fare conti e conti, amo i calcoli matematici.I enjoy doing sums and calculations, I love mathematical calculations.
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are discussing a complex math problem at a cafe.
- LorenzoQuesto calcolo è troppo difficile per me.This calculation is too difficult for me.
- SofiaVuoi che ti aiuti con il calcolo, Lorenzo?Do you want me to help you with the calculation, Lorenzo?
- LorenzoSì, grazie, Sofia. Sei molto gentile.Yes, thank you, Sofia. You are very kind.
- SofiaNessun problema, proviamo a farlo insieme.No problem, let's try to do it together.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “calculation” translations and entries calcolo, conto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries calcolo, conto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
