计算 jìsuàn to calculate
to calculate; to compute; to consider; to think over; to plot; to scheme
How to remember 计算: 计 calculate + 算 calculate = to calculate.
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How it is used
- To calculate / compute - 计算成本 (jìsuàn chéngběn) calculate costs; also 'to scheme/reckon against': 别老计算别人 stop always scheming.
- The neutral math sense is core; the 'plot against' sense appears in interpersonal contexts.
- Distinguish from 算 (suàn, casual 'reckon') - 计算 is more formal and deliberate.
Example sentences
- 他计算费用。 Tā jìsuàn fèiyòng.He calculated the expenses.