B2nouneducationscience
US/ˈæl.dʒə.brə/
UK/ˈæl.dʒə.brə/
a type of mathematics that uses letters and symbols to stand for numbers
In context
In algebra, you can use x to stand for a number you do not know.
My brother is helping me with my algebra homework tonight.
Basic algebra is useful for working out budgets and discounts.
Words that go with algebra
adjective + noun
- basic algebraYou need basic algebra to solve this problem.
noun + noun
- algebra classOur algebra class starts at nine.
- algebra homeworkShe stayed up late finishing her algebra homework.
verb + noun
- learn algebraStudents usually learn algebra in middle school.
- solve an algebra problemCan you solve this algebra problem without a calculator?
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an algebraCorrect: algebra