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No. 9,984 in Spanish

calcular

To calculate; to compute or estimate.

In a sentence

  • Puedo calcular el total de los gastos del mes.

    I can calculate the total expenses for the month.

    Here, 'calcular' is used in its basic meaning as a verb to determine a total or figure based on quantitative data.

  • Es importante calcular las consecuencias antes de tomar una decisión.

    It is important to estimate the consequences before making a decision.

    In this sentence, 'calcular' is employed figuratively, reflecting the act of contemplating or predicting potential outcomes based on reasoning or analysis.

  • Ella siempre intenta calcular el mejor momento para viajar.

    She always tries to calculate the best time to travel.

    The usage of 'calcular' here extends to planning or deciding the most advantageous timing for an action, showcasing its versatility beyond mathematical contexts.

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