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Bruchzahl

fraction (number)

noun BRUKH-tsahl Rare
Numbers & Measures Mathematics

Usage Note

Bruchzahl is a synonym for Bruch in the sense of a fractional number (e.g. 3/4). It emphasises the number type rather than the act of breaking: echte Bruchzahlen have a numerator smaller than the denominator.

Examples

"Schüler lernen in der Grundschule, Bruchzahlen zu addieren."

Natural Translation

Pupils learn to add fractions in primary school.

Literal Translation

Pupils learn in the primary school fraction-numbers to add.

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