decimal

adjective

  • Related to numbers that use a dot to show parts of ten, like in math problems.

verb

  • To write a number using a decimal point, like changing 1/2 to 0.5.

noun

  • A number that shows parts of ten, like 0.5 or 3.14.
  • The way we write numbers that include a dot to show parts of ten.
  • A place in a number that tells how many parts of ten there are, like in 2.3, the 3 is in the first decimal place.
  • The dot in a decimal number that separates whole numbers from parts of ten, like in 7.9.


Word Explanation:

  • A decimal is a way to show numbers that are not whole. For example, if you have 1 whole pizza and you cut it into 10 pieces, each piece is like 0.1 of the pizza. So, decimals help us talk about parts of things.

Word in hindi

दशमलव (Dashmalav)

Dashmalav

Other variations in hindi

  • दशमलव (Dashmalav) Dashmalav
  • दशमलव संख्या (Dashmalav Sankhya) Dashmalav Sankhya

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'decimal' mean?

A decimal is a way of showing numbers that are not whole, using a dot (.) to separate the whole part from the part that is less than one.

How do you pronounce 'decimal'?

You pronounce 'decimal' like this: 'dess-uh-muhl'.

What is the origin of the word 'decimal'?

The word 'decimal' comes from the Latin word 'decimus', which means 'tenth'.

What is the meaning of 'decimal' in Hindi?

The word 'decimal' in Hindi is 'दशमलव' (Dashamalav).

What is the meaning of 'decimal' in Kannada?

The word 'decimal' in Kannada is 'ದಶಮಲವ' (Dashamalava).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Decimals are a way to show parts of a whole, like 0.5 means half!

Proverb

A little can go a long way, just like a small decimal can make a big difference!

Quote

"Mathematics is the language with which God has written the universe." - Galileo Galilei

Mini blog:

Decimals: The Tiny Superheroes!

Decimals are like tiny superheroes in the world of numbers! Imagine you have a delicious pizza. If you cut it into 10 equal slices, each slice is a part of the whole pizza. That’s a decimal!

It helps us understand parts of things better. So, if you eat 3 slices, you’ve eaten 3 out of 10, or 0.3 of the pizza!

Decimals make math fun and tasty! Next time you share something, think about how decimals can help you count the yummy parts.

Remember:

Every little piece counts! Keep exploring the magical world of numbers!