What context can I use each word in?

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

count

Example

Can you count how many apples are in the basket? [count: verb]

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I need to keep a count of how many customers come into the store. [count: noun]

Example

Let's count the money to make sure we have enough for the trip. [count: verb]

calculate

Example

I need to calculate the area of the room to know how much paint to buy. [calculate: verb]

Example

Based on the data we have, we can calculate that sales will increase next quarter. [calculate: verb]

Example

To solve this equation, we need to calculate the value of x. [calculate: verb]

Definitions of count and calculate

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Key differences and similarities of count and calculate

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Good things to know

Which word is more common?

Count is more commonly used in everyday language, while calculate is more commonly used in academic or professional settings.

What’s the difference in the tone of formality between count and calculate?

Calculate is generally considered more formal than count, as it is often used in technical or scientific contexts that require precision and accuracy.