Synonyms for

Tally

Verb / ˈtæli: / Another word for tally — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to count or mark items, to match or agree with something

Synonyms & similar words

disagree fit toteup hit total chalkup sumup jibe numeration counting agree match totup sum add addup tot gibe score run correspond summate count rackup check count reckon tabulate calculate total enumerate record score mark match correspond agree concur harmonize coincide fit square balance

Synonyms by register

Formal

calculate compute reckon enumerate

Informal

add up count up keep score figure

Literary

reckon number

Antonyms

subtract deduct lose decrease diminish drop

Common collocations

  • tally marks
  • tally up
  • tally sheet
  • tally counter
  • tally system
  • tally the score
  • tally the votes

Word family

noun tally
verb tally

Usage note

As a verb, 'tally' often implies keeping a running count or record. It can also mean to correspond or agree, as in 'the accounts tally'.

Example sentences

  1. I need to tally the number of pencils in the box.
  2. The scorecard didn't tally with the player's actual score.
  3. The numbers on the calculator should tally with the ones on the paper.
  4. He tried to tally the votes in the election.
  5. The cash register needs to tally the amount of money in the till.

Quotes

  • The best way to predict the future is to tally the votes in the present.
  • I have to tally my expenses to see where my money goes.
  • We should tally the pros and cons before making a decision.

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