verb
mitrechnen
include · count along
Definition & meaning
The verb mitrechnen has two primary meanings depending on the context:
- To include in a calculation: This means to take something into account when performing a mathematical operation or when planning. For example, if you are calculating the total cost of a trip, you must include the price of gas.
- To calculate along with others: This refers to the act of performing a mathematical calculation simultaneously with others, often in a classroom setting or while following someone else's work.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a separable verb (trennbares Verb). In a sentence, the prefix "mit-" moves to the end. For example: "Ich rechne die Kosten mit" (I include the costs in the calculation).
- Word origin: It is composed of the prefix "mit-" (with/along) and the verb "rechnen" (to calculate/reckon). It follows the common German pattern of using "mit-" to indicate participation or inclusion.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- einberechnen (to factor in)
- mitkalkulieren (to include in the calculation)
- berücksichtigen (to take into account)
- dazuzählen (to add to the count)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Wir sollen alle Ausgaben mitrechnen.verb
We should include all expenses.
Ich habe heute mitgerechnet, damit das Ergebnis stimmt.verb
I counted along today so that the result is correct.
Sie rechneten die kleinen Nebenkosten nicht mit, und deshalb stimmte die Summe nicht.verb
They did not include the small additional costs, and therefore the total was not correct.
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