noun

die Berechnung, -en

calculation

Das Finden eines Ergebnisses mit Zahlen oder festen Regeln.

The German word "Berechnung" is a noun meaning "calculation" or "computation".

It is formed from the verb "berechnen", which consists of the prefix "be-" and the root "rechnen".

  • rechnen means "to calculate" or "to count".

Similar words:

  • Abrechnung (settlement, billing)
  • Schätzung (estimation)
  • Berechnung involves exact, often mathematical calculations, while Schätzung is more approximate. Abrechnung refers to the final accounting or billing process.

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Examples

Die Berechnung zeigt das erwartete Ergebnis.noun

The calculation shows the expected result.

Eine genaue Berechnung ist für dieses Problem erforderlich.noun

An exact calculation is required for this problem.

Die Berechnung zeigt, dass wir mehr Ressourcen benötigen.noun

The calculation shows that we need more resources.

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