How to Pronounce "do the math"
expression
ˈdu/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmæθ
DOO thuh MATH
dʉː/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈæθ
DOO thuh MATH
Definition
To calculate or figure something out, especially when the answer is obvious or can be found easily by thinking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdu/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmæθ
British English
dʉː/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈæθ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOO thuh MATH
UK
DOO thuh MATH
Listen in Context
If you earn $10 and spend $8, you can do the math to see how much is left.
There are six chairs and seven people. You do the math.
It's cheaper to buy in bulk—you just have to do the math.
You want to work less and earn more? Do the math.