noun
Uncommon
denominator
dih-NO-mih-nay-tuh
Denominator (noun) means the number below the line in a fraction, showing how many equal parts a whole is divided into. Example: “In the fraction 3/4, the denominator is 4.”
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The number below the line in a fraction, showing how many equal parts a whole is divided into.
"In the fraction 3/4, the denominator is 4."
"To add fractions, you first need a common denominator."
How to use denominator
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe bottom number of a fraction.
Common mistake
Often confused with the numerator, which is the top number of the fraction.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
common denominator
lowest common denominator
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Word forms
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In the fraction 3/4, the _____ is 4.
Etymology
A learned borrowing from Late Latin dēnōminātor, "that which names."
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What does “denominator” mean?
The word “denominator” means the number below the line in a fraction, showing how many equal parts a whole is divided into. In plain terms, the bottom number of a fraction.
How do you pronounce “denominator”?
“Denominator” is pronounced dih-NO-mih-nay-tuh (/dɪˈnɒmɪneɪtə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “denominator” in a sentence?
Here is “denominator” used in a sentence: “To add fractions, you first need a common denominator.”
What part of speech is “denominator”?
“Denominator” is a noun.
Where does the word “denominator” come from?
The word “denominator” comes from Late Latin. A learned borrowing from Late Latin dēnōminātor, "that which names.".
Is “denominator” a common word?
“Denominator” is an uncommon word in modern English.
