Definitions
- Referring to the process of adding up a series of numbers or amounts. - Talking about the final result of adding up a set of numbers or amounts. - Describing the act of calculating the total amount of something.
- Referring to the process of adding up a series of numbers or amounts. - Talking about the final result of adding up a set of numbers or amounts. - Describing the act of calculating the total amount of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the process of adding up numbers or amounts.
- 2Both words can be used as verbs or nouns.
- 3Both words are used in mathematical or financial contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Totalling is more commonly used in British English, while summing is more common in American English.
- 2Connotation: Totalling can imply a more detailed calculation, while summing can suggest a more general or simplified calculation.
- 3Formality: Summing can be considered more formal than totalling.
Remember this!
Totalling and summing are synonyms that both refer to the process of adding up numbers or amounts. While they have similar meanings, totalling is more commonly used in British English and can imply a more detailed calculation, while summing is more common in American English and can suggest a more general or simplified calculation. Additionally, summing is considered more formal than totalling.
