B1nounformaleducationscience
US/ˌmæθ.əˈmæt.ɪks/
UK/ˌmæθ.əˈmæt.ɪks/
the study of numbers, shapes and quantities; the full name of the school subject
In context
She won a gold medal at the International Mathematics Olympiad.
Mathematics is a required subject in the national high school exam.
He studied applied mathematics and now works with data at a bank.
Words that go with mathematics
adjective + noun
- applied mathematicsApplied mathematics is used in engineering and finance.
- pure mathematicsPure mathematics deals with ideas rather than practical problems.
noun + preposition
- degree in mathematicsShe has a degree in mathematics from a top university.
noun + noun
- mathematics teacherOur mathematics teacher makes every lesson fun.
verb + noun
- study mathematicsHe wants to study mathematics abroad.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Mathematics are my favorite subject.Correct: Mathematics is my favorite subject.