equation
Meaning: A mathematical statement showing two things are equal; a complex situation
In mathematics, an equation is a statement that two expressions are equal, connected by an equals sign (=). Figuratively, it refers to a situation with many factors to consider, as in 'factoring that into the equation.' The phrase 'part of the equation' means one element among many in a complex situation.
Examples
- The students learned to solve quadratic equations. 学生们学习了解二次方程。Los estudiantes aprendieron a resolver ecuaciones cuadráticas.生徒たちは二次方程式を解くことを学びました。학생들은 이차방정식을 푸는 법을 배웠습니다.
- Money is only part of the equation when choosing a career. 在选择职业时,钱只是方程式的一部分。El dinero es solo parte de la ecuación al elegir una carrera.キャリアを選ぶとき、お金は方程式の一部にすぎません。직업을 선택할 때 돈은 고려 요소의 일부에 불과합니다.
- His absence changes the whole equation. 他的缺席改变了整个局面。Su ausencia cambia toda la ecuación.彼の不在が状況全体を変えます。그의 부재가 상황 전체를 바꿉니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'aequationem' meaning 'an equal distribution, a balancing', from 'aequare' (to make equal), from 'aequus' (equal). The mathematical sense appeared in the 16th century. Related to 'equal', 'equate', 'equity', and 'adequate'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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