arithmetic
noun/əˈrɪθmətɪk/
Frequency rank: #8,542 most common English word
Meaning
The branch of mathematics dealing with basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Example sentence
My teacher says that strong arithmetic skills are essential for everyday life.
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