Basic Math Vocabulary in Spanish: Addition, Subtraction, and More
By Lingobi · Published on 05/04/2026
Learning basic math vocabulary in Spanish is useful in more situations than you might think. Whether you’re helping with homework, shopping, or just practicing numbers, these words come up often in everyday life.
Let’s go over some essential math terms and the operators you’ll see in simple expressions.
Basic Math Vocabulary
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Addition | Suma |
| Plus | Más |
| Subtraction | Resta |
| Minus | Menos |
| Division | División |
| Divided by | Dividido entre |
| Multiplication | Multiplicación |
| Times | Por |
| Equals | Igual |
Examples in Context
4 plus 1 = 5
4 más 1 = 5
4 minus 1 = 3
4 menos 1 = 3
4 divided by 2 = 2
4 dividido entre 2 = 2
4 times 2 = 8
4 por 2 = 8
These examples show how both the operation and the connector words work together in Spanish.
Why This Vocabulary Matters
Math vocabulary shows up in daily conversations more than you might expect. From talking about prices to understanding instructions, these words are part of real communication.
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