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approximate calculations

[əˈprɒksɪmət ˌkælkjʊˈleɪʃənz]
noun
cálculos aproximados
1. Mathematical or numerical computations that are not exact but close enough to the true value for practical purposes
The engineer used approximate calculations to estimate the project cost.
O engenheiro usou cálculos aproximados para estimar o custo do projeto.
2. Rough estimations or assessments made without precise data or measurements
Based on approximate calculations, we expect about 500 visitors next month.
Com base em cálculos aproximados, esperamos cerca de 500 visitantes no próximo mês.
Synonyms
rough calculationsestimated calculationsrough estimatesballpark figurescálculos estimadosestimativas aproximadas
Antonyms
exact calculationsprecise calculationscálculos exatoscálculos precisos

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cálculos aproximados
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
cálculos aproximados
Common in technical and business contexts
Portugal
cálculos aproximados
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

ballpark figure
rough estimate
in the ballpark
order of magnitude
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