algebra
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Definition
A branch of mathematics that uses letters and symbols to represent numbers and values, often to solve equations.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as an uncountable noun ('do algebra', not 'an algebra'). Common in school and academic contexts. Sometimes appears in course names ('Algebra I'). Not to be confused with 'geometry' or 'calculus'.
Spanish: álgebraPortuguese (BR): álgebraPortuguese (PT): álgebraChinese (Simplified): 代数Chinese (Traditional): 代數Hindi: बीजगणितArabic: الجَبْرBengali: বীজগণিতRussian: алгебраJapanese: 代数Vietnamese: đại sốKorean: 대수Turkish: cebirUrdu: الجبرIndonesian: aljabar
Example Sentences
I have algebra homework tonight.
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We learned about variables in algebra class.
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My favorite subject is algebra.
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He’s struggling to understand equations in algebra.
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Algebra is used in many real-life situations, not just school.
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If you’re good at algebra, physics will be easier for you.
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