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Numerals

Verb / ˈnu:mɜ:ʌlz / Another word for numerals — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Numeral is a word, symbol, or figure, especially one denoting a quantity or representing a number.

Synonyms & similar words

number numeral digits figures numbers symbols characters marks signs numerosity quantities amounts totals counts measures values indices metrics statistics calculations data information

Example sentences

  1. The teacher wrote the numerals on the board for the students to see.
  2. I like to practice writing numerals in my notebook.
  3. The numerals 1, 2, and 3 represent the first three whole numbers.
  4. We used different numerals to display the data in our chart.
  5. The ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphics as numerals.

Quotes

  • Mathematics is the science of numbers, their operations, combinations, generalizations, and abstractions. Its numerical element is the most obvious and the most widely used part of mathematics. Numerals are symbols used to represent numbers.
  • The foundation of mathematics is the number system, which includes numerals and operations.
  • Numerals and numbers are not the same thing. A numeral is a symbol used to represent a number. A number is a concept used to describe a quantity.

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