数学
shùxué
The Chinese word for math is 数学 (shùxué).
数学 is a noun used to refer to the field of mathematics.
Meaning: short form of mathematics (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To use 数学 as an adjective meaning 'mathematical', you add the particle 的 after it to form 数学的. You can also create the phrase 'math class' by placing 课 directly after the noun, resulting in 数学课.
How do you pronounce it?
shùxué
Did you know?
- In traditional Chinese thought, 数学 was not just a school subject but was closely tied to divination and the study of the universe's patterns.
- Ancient Chinese mathematics focused heavily on the 'counting rod' system, which used physical bamboo sticks to perform calculations long before the abacus became common.
- The character 学 is a simplified version of 學, which originally depicted a child learning under a roof with a book.
Examples in context
- 他的数学很不好。He is terrible at math.This sentence shows how to describe someone's ability or skill level in 数学.Tatoeba #8839846 by crescat, translation #300241 by CK
- 我们明天有数学课。We'll have a math class tomorrow.This sentence demonstrates how to use the phrase 数学课 to refer to a school subject session.Tatoeba #13744215 by fup6m3vj0, translation #10276602 by CK
- 他喜欢数学，但我不喜欢。He likes math, but I don't.This sentence shows how to express a personal preference or liking for 数学.Tatoeba #478846 by biglion, translation #1266419 by yifen238
- 我在大学学习数学。I study math at university.
- 数学是一门有用的学科。Mathematics is a useful discipline.
- 我不太擅长数理。I'm not very good at math.
- 今天的数学课很难。Today's math class was difficult.
- 这个学校非常重视算术教育。This school places great importance on mathematics education.
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Example conversation
Two students are talking about their upcoming exams in a library.
- 梓涵 Zihan你准备好数学考试了吗？Nǐ zhǔnbèi hǎo shùxué kǎoshì le ma?Are you ready for the math exam?
- 伟 Wei我还没复习完数学。Wǒ hái méi fùxí wán shùxué.I haven't finished reviewing math yet.
- 梓涵 Zihan数学真的很难吗？Shùxué zhēnde hěn nán ma?Is math really that hard?
- 伟 Wei对我来说很有挑战。Duì wǒ lái shuō hěn yǒu tiǎozhàn.It is very challenging for me.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
