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tally

[ˈtæli]

tally Definition

  • 1a record or count of a number of things
  • 2to match or agree with something
  • 3to score points in a game or competition

Using tally: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tally" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I kept a tally of the number of books I read this year.

  • Example

    The numbers on the two sheets don't tally.

  • Example

    He tallied three goals in the first half of the game.

tally Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tally

Antonyms for tally

Idioms Using tally

  • to keep a record or count of something

    Example

    She always keeps tally of her expenses to make sure she doesn't overspend.

  • to lose count or track of something

    Example

    I lost tally of how many times he interrupted me during the meeting.

  • to pay off a debt or balance

    Example

    He settled the tally with the bartender before leaving the pub.

Phrases with tally

  • tally up

    to calculate or add up a total

    Example

    Let's tally up the scores and see who won.

  • a sheet used for keeping a record or count of something

    Example

    The cashier used a tally sheet to keep track of the sales.

  • tally stick

    a stick or notched piece of wood used for keeping a record or count of something

    Example

    In ancient times, people used tally sticks to keep track of their livestock.

Origins of tally

from Old English 'talig', meaning 'reckoning, calculation'

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Summary: tally in Brief

The term 'tally' [ˈtæli] refers to recording or counting a number of things, matching or agreeing with something, or scoring points in a game or competition. It includes phrases like 'tally up,' meaning to calculate a total, and idioms like 'keep tally,' denoting keeping a record or count of something, and 'settle the tally,' implying paying off a debt or balance.