dyscalculia
|dys-cal-cu-li-a|
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/dɪsˌkælˈkjuːliə/
difficulty with numbers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dyscalculia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'dys-' meaning 'bad' or 'difficult' and 'calculia' from Latin 'calculare' meaning 'to count'.
Historical Evolution
'dyscalculia' was coined in the 20th century to describe difficulties in mathematical learning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'difficulty in counting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a learning disability affecting math skills'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a specific learning disability that affects a person's ability to understand numbers and learn math facts.
Children with dyscalculia may struggle with basic arithmetic.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/13 08:22