cálculo

calculation

The Spanish word 'cálculo' translates to 'calculation' in English. It can be used in various contexts just like its English counterpart. For instance, it may refer to the process of calculating something, such as a mathematic equation or a predicted outcome. Additionally, 'cálculo' can allude to a degree of judgment or discretion used in assessing a situation. Though generally used in mathematical or scientific contexts, it's also commonly used in everyday Spanish in phrases such as 'hacer un cálculo', which means 'to make a calculation' or estimate.

Example sentences using: cálculo

El cálculo matemático es mi asignatura favorita en la universidad.

Mathematical calculation is my favorite subject at the university.

This phrase is an example of how 'cálculo' can be used to refer to a subject dealing with calculations, in this case mathematical calculations.

Tengo que hacer un cálculo rápido para verificar estos números.

I have to make a quick calculation to verify these numbers.

In this context, 'cálculo' is used to denote a single calculation, specifically a 'quick' one that the speaker feels is necessary to confirm some figures.

El doctor dice que tengo un cálculo en el riñón.

The doctor says that I have a stone in the kidney.

In this sentence, 'cálculo' is used to refer to a kidney stone. The term 'cálculo' in a medical context can refer to stones formed in the body like kidney or gall bladder stones.