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decimal in German

decimal in German is dezimal, Dezimalsystem, Zehnersystem — decimal means relating to a number system based on the number ten, or to numbers written with a decimal point.

decimal in German

dezimal
adj
(arithmetic, computing) Concerning numbers expressed in decimal or mathematical calculations performed using decimal.
Dezimalsystem
noun
(countable) A number expressed in the base-ten system, (particularly) a fractional numeral written in this system.
Zehnersystem
noun
(countable) A number expressed in the base-ten system, (particularly) a fractional numeral written in this system.

What does "decimal" mean?

  1. adj Relating to a number system based on the number ten, or to numbers written with a decimal point.
    "Most countries use the decimal system for currency."
  2. noun A number written using a point to separate whole numbers from fractional parts, such as 3.5.
    "Convert the fraction one-quarter into a decimal."
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decimal in a sentence

  • Most countries use the decimal system for currency.
  • Round the answer to two decimal places.
  • Convert the fraction one-quarter into a decimal.

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What is "decimal" in German?

"decimal" in German is dezimal, Dezimalsystem, Zehnersystem. decimal means: Relating to a number system based on the number ten, or to numbers written with a decimal point.

How do you use "decimal" in a sentence?

Example: "Most countries use the decimal system for currency." In German, "decimal" is dezimal, Dezimalsystem, Zehnersystem.

Are there other ways to say "decimal" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "decimal": dezimal, Dezimalsystem, Zehnersystem.

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