decimal

• Das Dezimalsystem betreffend, das auf der Zahl zehn basiert; oft mit einem Dezimalpunkt oder Dezimalkomma geschrieben.

Relating to or denoting a system of numbers based on the number ten, especially using a decimal point.

1. Relating to base tenB1formal

   Based on or expressed in powers of ten; using a decimal system.

   Dezimal

   • The decimal system is used in most modern currencies.
   • She explained the decimal representation of fractions.
   • Decimal numbers are easier to work with than fractions in many calculations.

   Synonymedenary

2. Expressed as a decimal fractionB1formal

   Involving or expressed as a number with a decimal point.

   Dezimal

   • The answer should be given in decimal form.
   • He converted the fraction to a decimal value.
   • The decimal point separates the whole number from the fractional part.

• Substantiv, das eine Zahl im Dezimalsystem bezeichnet, oft unter Verwendung eines Dezimalpunkts oder Dezimalkommas zur Trennung des ganzzahligen Teils vom Bruchteil.

A noun referring to a number expressed in the base-10 system, often using a decimal point to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

1. Number systemA2formal

   A number expressed in the base-10 system, using a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

   Dezimalbruch

   • The number 3.14 is a decimal.
   • She learned how to add and subtract decimals in math class.
   • Convert the fraction 1/2 into a decimal.

   Synonymedecimal fraction

   Antonymefractioninteger

2. Decimal pointA2formal

   The dot used in a decimal number to separate the integer part from the fractional part.

   Dezimaltrennzeichen

   • Place the decimal correctly in your answer.
   • The price is written with two digits after the decimal.
   • He forgot to include the decimal in the calculation.

   Synonymedecimal pointpoint