数字 — meaning in English

English meaning

• digit noun Any of the ten Arabic numerals (0–9), or a single symbol in a number system.
• figure noun A number or numerical value.
• numeral noun A written sign, rather than a word, that stands for a number, such as 1, 2, 3 or I, V, X.

Senses

数字 is used for these senses in English:

• digit (mathematics) A distinct symbol representing a natural number in a positional number system.
• figure A numeral.
• numeral A symbol that is not a word and represents a number, such as the Arabic numerals 1, 2, 3 or the Roman numerals I, V, X, L.

digit — full definition

1. noun Any of the ten Arabic numerals (0–9), or a single symbol in a number system.
2. noun A finger or toe.

figure — full definition

1. noun A number or numerical value.
2. noun The shape of a person’s body.
3. noun A person considered in terms of their public role or influence.
4. noun A diagram or illustration used to convey information.
5. verb To think, guess, or conclude something.

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