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algebra

/ˈal.d͡ʒe.bra/noun · feminineB2
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Meaning

algebra

  • A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and rules for manipulating them.

In a sentence

Molti studenti trovano l'algebra più difficile della semplice geometria.

Many students find algebra harder than simple geometry.

Oggi durante la lezione di algebra abbiamo risolto diverse equazioni complesse.

Today during the algebra class we solved several complex equations.

Non riesco a risolvere questo esercizio di algebra senza aiuto.

I cannot solve this algebra exercise without help.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
algebrafeminine · singular
algebrefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Stress falls on the first syllable: 'àlgebra'.
  • Almost always used in the singular.
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