How to Say “Math Problem Solving” in Spanish

resolución de problemas matemáticos
/resoluθjon de pɾoblemas matematikos/from spelling rules
Math problem solving in Spanish is resolución de problemas matemáticos.

Did you know?

  • In Spanish, the word problema is masculine, even though it ends in 'a', which usually signals a feminine word.
  • The word resolución shares a common ancestor with the English word 'solve' through the Latin 'solvere', which means 'to loosen' or 'to untie'.
  • While resolución is the standard term, a student might informally say they are haciendo deberes de mates, using the abbreviation mates for 'matemáticas'.

Examples in context

  • El proceso de solución de problemas matemáticos puede ser desafiante pero gratificante.
    The process of solving mathematical problems can be challenging but rewarding.
  • Cuando estaba estudiando para el examen, pasé horas resolviendo problemas de matemáticas.
    When I was studying for the exam, I spent hours solving math problems.
  • Mis amigos y yo nos reunimos para resolver ejercicios matemáticos todos los días.
    My friends and I get together to solve math exercises every day.
  • La resolución de problemas matemáticos es fundamental.
    Math problem solving is fundamental.
  • Estudiamos la resolución de problemas matemáticos hoy.
    We studied math problem solving today.
  • Ella es experta en la resolución de problemas matemáticos.
    She is an expert in math problem solving.

Example conversation

Two students are discussing their favorite part of the class.

  1. Daniel

    Daniel, ¿qué parte de la clase prefieres?
    Daniel, which part of the class do you prefer?
  2. Lucía

    Prefiero la resolución de problemas matemáticos, Lucía.
    I prefer math problem solving, Lucía.
  3. Daniel

    A mí también me gusta mucho.
    I like it a lot too.
  4. Lucía

    Es la mejor forma de aprender.
    It is the best way to learn.

Sources

  • IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
  • Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, resolución, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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