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Add
æd
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
sumar, añadir, sumarse, agregar
Add meanings in Spanish
sumar
Example:
Can you add these numbers for me?
¿Puedes sumar estos números por mí?
Add 5 and 3 to get 8.
Suma 5 y 3 para obtener 8.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Mathematics, everyday conversations
Note: This is the most common translation of 'add' when referring to mathematical operations.
añadir
Example:
Please add some salt to the soup.
Por favor, añade un poco de sal a la sopa.
I need to add more details to the report.
Necesito añadir más detalles al informe.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Cooking, writing, general instructions
Note: Used when adding something physical or abstract to something else.
sumarse
Example:
His expenses add up to a lot each month.
Sus gastos se suman a mucho cada mes.
The benefits of exercise add up over time.
Los beneficios del ejercicio se suman con el tiempo.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Calculations, cumulative effects
Note: This meaning is more about accumulation or totalizing rather than simple addition.
agregar
Example:
I will add your suggestions to the list.
Agregaré tus sugerencias a la lista.
Feel free to add any comments you have.
Siéntete libre de agregar cualquier comentario que tengas.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Formal writing, discussions, collaborative work
Note: Commonly used in a context where new information or items are added to an existing set.
Add's synonyms
sum
To find the total of two or more numbers or amounts.
Example: She summed up the total cost of the project.
Note: Similar to 'add' but often used in a more formal or mathematical context.
include
To add something as part of a whole.
Example: Please include your contact information in the email.
Note: Focuses on incorporating something as part of a larger entity or group.
append
To add something at the end of a document or text.
Example: He decided to append a note at the end of the report.
Note: Specifically refers to adding something at the end.
join
To come together or unite with others.
Example: We should join forces to tackle this problem together.
Note: Implies coming together or combining efforts rather than just adding.
Add expressions, common phrases
Add fuel to the fire
This phrase means to make a bad situation even worse by saying or doing something to provoke more anger or hostility.
Example: Her comments only added fuel to the fire, making the situation worse.
Note: The word 'add' itself simply means to combine or join things together, while this idiom specifically refers to exacerbating a negative situation.
Add insult to injury
To make a bad situation even worse by doing something in addition to what has already happened.
Example: Not only did he lose his job, but his boss also criticized him publicly, adding insult to injury.
Note: While 'add' typically means to include something else, this idiom emphasizes making a bad situation more painful or upsetting.
Add up
To calculate the total of multiple numbers or amounts.
Example: The expenses seem to add up quickly, so we need to budget carefully.
Note: This phrase uses 'add' in the sense of performing mathematical addition, unlike the general meaning of 'add' which can involve various types of combining.
Add to the mix
To contribute something additional to an existing situation or group of things.
Example: Her arrival added a new dynamic to the group, adding to the mix of personalities.
Note: While 'add' means to include or join, this phrase specifically highlights bringing something new or different into a mix.
Add on
To include something extra or additional to what already exists.
Example: You can choose to add on extra services to your package for an additional fee.
Note: This phrase focuses on adding something more on top of what is already present, similar to the general meaning of 'add' but with a sense of extension.
Add fuel to the flame
Similar to 'add fuel to the fire,' this idiom means to worsen a situation by intensifying an already contentious issue.
Example: His harsh words added fuel to the flame of their argument.
Note: The use of 'flame' instead of 'fire' is a slight variation in imagery, but both idioms convey the idea of escalating a conflict.
Add to the confusion
To make a situation more confusing or complicated by contributing to the existing confusion.
Example: Her unclear explanation only added to the confusion among the team members.
Note: While 'add' generally means to include something, this phrase specifically highlights making a situation more unclear or perplexing.
Add everyday (slang) expressions
Addict
Addict is often used to describe someone who is excessively fond of or has a strong inclination towards something.
Example: I'm a chocolate addict. I can't resist it!
Note: It differs from 'add' in that it implies a more extreme or compulsive level of attachment or dependency.
Addy
'Addy' is a shortened form of 'address' often used informally in text messages or casual conversations.
Example: Hey, can you send me the addy to the party tonight?
Note: It differs from 'add' as it specifically refers to a physical or digital location rather than the act of combining things.
Addy-up
'Addy-up' is a slang term used to mean to calculate, total, or add things together.
Example: We need to addy-up all the expenses before we split the bill.
Note: It differs from 'add' in that it is more colloquial and often used in informal settings to refer to summing up or totaling.
Add to the pot
To 'add to the pot' means to contribute money, resources, or effort towards a common goal or shared expense.
Example: Let's all add to the pot and get pizza for lunch.
Note: It differs from 'add' as it involves contributing to a collective pool rather than simply combining elements.
Addy daddy
'Addy daddy' is a playful term used to refer to someone who is good at managing or organizing numbers, particularly in terms of budgeting or financial matters.
Example: My dad is the ultimate addy daddy when it comes to budgeting.
Note: It combines 'addy' (address) with 'daddy' (term of endearment for father) to create a unique slang term unrelated to the original meaning of 'add.'
Add - Examples
Add the sugar to the mixture.
Agrega el azúcar a la mezcla.
You can add more vegetables if you like.
Puedes agregar más verduras si quieres.
I need to add up these numbers.
Necesito sumar estos números.
Add grammar
Add - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: add
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): added
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): adding
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): adds
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): add
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): add
Syllables, Separation and Stress
add Contains 1 syllables: add
Phonetic transcription: ˈad
add , ˈad (The red syllable is stressed)
Add - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
add: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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