calculate directly
[ˈkælkjuleɪt dəˈrɛktli]
verb phrase
calcular diretamente
1. to compute or determine a numerical result without intermediate steps or approximations; to find an answer through direct computation
You can calculate directly that 15 times 4 equals 60 without using a calculator.
Você pode calcular diretamente que 15 vezes 4 é igual a 60 sem usar uma calculadora.
2. to determine something immediately or without going through other methods or sources
The engineer decided to calculate directly from the original data rather than using previous estimates.
O engenheiro decidiu calcular diretamente a partir dos dados originais em vez de usar estimativas anteriores.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian educational and professional contexts, particularly in mathematics, engineering, and finance. In Portugal, the spelling 'directamente' is preferred over the Brazilian 'diretamente'. The concept emphasizes efficiency and precision in mathematical operations, reflecting a preference for straightforward problem-solving approaches in technical fields.
NYC Slang
do the math straight up
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