算数
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Base noun form. Refers to the mathematical subject of arithmetic, involving basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Used in educational contexts, e.g., 『算数を勉強する』 (sansuu o benkyou suru, 'to study arithmetic').
Theme
In a school setting, User and their classmate Kenji are discussing their favorite subjects and study habits.
算数
さんすう
arithmetic
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Imagine a student counting on an abacus in a math class. 'San' sounds like 'sun' and 'su' like 'sue' — think: 'Sun Sue does arithmetic — 算数 (sansuu, 'arithmetic')!'
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『算数』 (sansuu, 'arithmetic') is a core subject in elementary school, often taught with tools like 『そろばん』 (soroban, 'abacus') to develop mental calculation skills.
Forms
Base: 算数Base noun form. Refers to the mathematical subject of arithmetic, involving basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Used in educational contexts, e.g., 『算数を勉強する』 (sansuu o benkyou suru, 'to study arithmetic').