sum
/sʌm/The total amount resulting from addition
She calculated the sum of all expenses.
She added up all the costs to find the total amount.
Commonly used in mathematics and finance.
A quantity obtained by adding numbers
The sum of 5 and 7 is 12.
When you add 5 and 7 together, the result is 12.
In math, 'sum' refers to the result of an addition operation.
A brief statement of the essential points of something
The article provided a concise sum of the research findings.
The article gave a short summary of the key research results.
Less common usage, often interchangeable with 'summary'.
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💡Pro Tip
Mathematical vs. General Use
In math, 'sum' refers to the result of addition, while in general use, it can mean a total amount or a brief summary.
⚡Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Use 'sum' for totals in math or finance, and 'summary' for brief overviews.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'somme', from Old French 'somme', from Latin 'summa' meaning 'highest, total'.
📝Usage Notes
Primarily used in mathematical and financial contexts, but can also mean a brief summary.