operaciones matemáticas básicas
/opeɾaθjones matematikas basikas/from spelling rules
The English phrase "math facts" can be translated into Spanish as operaciones matemáticas básicas.
This phrase refers to basic mathematical operations, such as addition and multiplication, that students memorize for quick recall.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word cálculo can mean the mental process of solving 'math facts' but it also refers to a painful kidney stone.
- While operaciones matemáticas básicas is the technical term, students and teachers often simply use the word cálculo to refer to the act of performing these quick mental operations.
- In some Latin American classrooms, a common way to test these facts is through el dictado, where the teacher shouts the operation and students race to write the answer.
Examples in context
- Los niños practican operaciones matemáticas básicas en la escuela.Children practice basic math facts in school.
- Necesitas dominar las operaciones matemáticas básicas para este examen.You need to master basic math facts for this exam.
- El libro incluye ejercicios de operaciones matemáticas básicas.The book includes basic math fact exercises.
Example conversation
A teacher and a student are talking about a homework assignment.
- MaríaAlejandro, ¿ya repasaste las operaciones matemáticas básicas?Alejandro, have you reviewed basic math facts yet?
- AlejandroTodavía no, María. No he tenido tiempo.Not yet, María. I haven't had time.
- MaríaEs importante memorizarlas para resolver problemas rápido.It is important to memorize them to solve problems quickly.
- AlejandroEstá bien, las estudiaré esta noche.Okay, I will study them tonight.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
