mathematica
In Latin, math is mathematica.
The word mathematica is used to refer to mathematics in general. If you want to be more specific, you can use arithmetica for the branch of mathematics concerning numbers and basic calculations or geometria for the field of geometry.
Meaning: short form of mathematics (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the word changes depending on its role in a sentence. Use mathematicam when math is the direct object of a verb, such as in the phrase 'I love math'. To indicate possession or a relationship, such as 'the book of math', use mathematicae.
Did you know?
- In the Quadrivium, the four liberal arts of the ancient world, mathematica acted as an umbrella term for arithmetic, geometry, astronomy and music.
- The word mathematica was borrowed by the Romans from the Ancient Greek word mathēmatikós, which described someone who was 'fond of learning'.
- In Classical Latin, mathematica was often used as a plural noun to refer to the various 'mathematical arts', which included astronomy and music.
Examples in context
- Mathematica magis mihi placet.I like math best.This example shows how to express a preference for math using mathematica.Tatoeba #5034868 by alexmarcelo, translation #270985 by CK
- Et scientias et mathematicam amo.I like both science and math.This example shows how to express a liking for both science and mathematica.Tatoeba #5037423 by alexmarcelo, translation #262182 by CK
- Paulus linguam Anglicam quam mathematicam mavult.Paul prefers English to math.This example shows how to express a preference of one subject over mathematica.Tatoeba #5049214 by alexmarcelo, translation #33645 by CN
- In universitate discuntur mathematica.Mathematics is taught at the university.
- Arithmetica est fundamentum mathematicae.Arithmetic is the foundation of mathematics.
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Example conversation
Two students are talking about their favorite school subjects.
- MarcusQuid studes hodie, Aurelia?What are you studying today, Aurelia?
- AureliaMathematicam disco, Marce.I am learning math, Marcus.
- MarcusEstne mathematica difficilis?Is math difficult?
- AureliaNon est, sed longa est.It is not, but it is long.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mathematica, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
