summation
word
Definition
A summation is the process of adding things together, especially numbers, or a summary that gives the main points of something.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally in mathematics to mean 'the total sum', and more generally in speeches or writing to mean 'summary'. In math, often used with Greek letter sigma (Σ). In non-math, use as 'in summation' to introduce key points.
Spanish: resumen - suma (matemáticas)Portuguese (BR): resumo - soma (matemática)Portuguese (PT): resumo - soma (matemática)Chinese (Simplified): 总结 - 总和 (数学)Chinese (Traditional): 總結 - 總和 (數學)Hindi: सारांश - योगफल (गणित)Arabic: مُلخَّص - مجموع (رياضيات)
Example Sentences
The summation of these numbers is 15.
basic
In summation, we learned many new things today.
basic
The teacher gave a brief summation of the lesson.
basic
Can you provide a quick summation of the meeting for everyone?
natural
As a summation, we need to focus on the most urgent tasks first.
natural
The math homework included a summation using the sigma notation.
natural