How to Pronounce "calculate"
word
/ˈkæɫkjəˌɫeɪt/
KAL-kyuh-layt
/kˈælkjʊlˌeɪt/
KAL-kyuu-layt
Definition
To determine a number or amount by using mathematics; also, to carefully plan or consider something with a specific purpose in mind.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkæɫkjəˌɫeɪt/
British English
/kˈælkjʊlˌeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAL-kyuh-layt
UK
KAL-kyuu-layt
Listen in Context
Can you calculate how much this will cost in total?
The app calculates the distance between two cities automatically.
Scientists calculated the age of the fossil to be over 65 million years.
I'm trying to calculate whether it's worth taking out a loan or just saving up.