Abacus Meaning in Bengali
অ্যাবাকাস (abacus)
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
uh-bak-uhs
Definition of Abacus
An abacus is a counting tool used for performing arithmetic calculations. It consists of a rectangular frame with rods or wires, on which beads or counters are moved to represent numbers. The abacus is often used as a teaching tool for young children to understand basic mathematical concepts.
Abacus Synonyms
Counting frame, calculating machine, reckoner, adding machine, calculator
Abacus Antonyms
অপ্রয়োজনীয় (unnecessary), অপ্রয়োজনীয়ভাবে (unnecessarily)
Origin of Abacus
The word “abacus” originated from the Greek word “abax” meaning “calculating table.” It was later adopted by the Latin language as “abacus” and eventually made its way into English.
Nearby Words
Abbey (আবাস্য), Abandon (পরিত্যাগ), Abandonment (পরিত্যাগ), Abase (অপমান করা), Abash (লজ্জিত করা)
Abacus in Literature Quotes
“The abacus has no place in a modern school.” – George S. Counts
“The abacus is the most ancient and most useful calculating device known to man.” – William Oughtred
“The abacus is a wonderful tool for teaching children about numbers and arithmetic.” – Unknown
“The abacus is a symbol of ancient wisdom and mathematical prowess.” – Unknown
Usage in Related Phrase & Idioms
অ্যাবাকাসে গণনা করা (Count on the abacus)
Usage in American English
In American English, the word “abacus” is commonly used to refer to the ancient counting tool.
Usage in British English
In British English, the word “abacus” is also used to describe the counting tool, but it is less commonly used compared to other terms such as “counting frame” or “calculating machine.”
Meaning in Different Languages
Hindi: संख्यापटी (sankhyāpaṭī)
Nepali: गणक (gaṇaka)
Urdu: ایباکس (abacus)
Tamil: கணக்கிடை (kaṇakkiṭai)
Telugu: గణకం (gaṇakaṁ)
Arabic: طبلية العد (ṭabliat al-ʿad)
Chinese: 算盤 (suànpán)
Japanese: 算盤 (soroban)
Russian: счеты (schety)
For more information, please visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abacus