How Do You Spell MISCOMPUTE?

Pronunciation: [mɪskəmpjˈuːt] (IPA)

Miscompute is a verb that means to calculate incorrectly or to make an error in a mathematical calculation. The word is spelled phonetically, with the pronunciation /mɪsˈkɑmpjut/. The first syllable "mis" is pronounced like "miss", the second syllable "com" is pronounced like "kaum", and the final syllable "pute" is pronounced like "pyoot". The word is made up of the prefix "mis", which means incorrect, and the word "compute", which means to calculate. Together, the word conveys the idea of making a mistake while calculating.

MISCOMPUTE Meaning and Definition

1. The term "miscompute" refers to the act of making an error or miscalculation during mathematical calculations or computations. It is a compound word that combines the prefix "mis-" meaning "wrong" or "badly" and the verb "compute" which means "to calculate or reckon mathematically."

   When someone miscomputes, they make a mistake while performing calculations, resulting in an inaccurate or incorrect answer. This could occur due to a variety of reasons, such as numerical mistakes, methodological errors, or misunderstanding of the problem at hand. Miscomputing can happen in a range of mathematical contexts, including basic arithmetic, algebraic equations, complex formulas, statistical analysis, or even computer programming.

   A miscompute can have different consequences depending on the situation. In some cases, it may be merely a minor error that can be rectified and has no significant impact. However, in others, miscomputing can lead to serious ramifications, especially when precise calculations are crucial, such as in scientific research, financial planning, engineering, or any field where accuracy is paramount.

   To prevent miscomputations, individuals often employ various strategies such as double-checking their work, utilizing calculators or computer software, seeking assistance from experts or colleagues, or reviewing the mathematical principles underlying the problem. Additionally, attention to detail, concentration, and a solid understanding of the mathematical concepts involved can all contribute to minimizing the occurrence of miscomputing.

2. To compute or reckon wrongly.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MISCOMPUTE

• niscompute
• kiscompute
• jiscompute
• muscompute
• mjscompute
• mkscompute
• moscompute
• m9scompute
• m8scompute
• miacompute
• mizcompute
• mixcompute
• midcompute
• miecompute
• miwcompute
• misxompute
• misvompute
• misfompute
• misdompute
• miscimpute

Etymology of MISCOMPUTE

The word "miscompute" is derived from the combination of the prefix "mis-" which means "wrongly" or "badly", and the verb "compute", which comes from Latin "computare" meaning "to sum up" or "calculate". Therefore, "miscompute" refers to the act of miscalculating or making a computational error.

Conjugate verb Miscompute

CONDITIONAL

I would miscompute

you would miscompute

he/she/it would miscompute

we would miscompute

they would miscompute

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be miscomputing

you would be miscomputing

he/she/it would be miscomputing

we would be miscomputing

they would be miscomputing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have miscompute

you would have miscompute

he/she/it would have miscompute

we would have miscompute

they would have miscompute

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been miscomputing

you would have been miscomputing

he/she/it would have been miscomputing

we would have been miscomputing

they would have been miscomputing

FUTURE

I will miscompute

you will miscompute

he/she/it will miscompute

we will miscompute

they will miscompute

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be miscomputing

you will be miscomputing

he/she/it will be miscomputing

we will be miscomputing

they will be miscomputing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have miscomputed

you will have miscomputed

he/she/it will have miscomputed

we will have miscomputed

they will have miscomputed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been miscomputing

you will have been miscomputing

he/she/it will have been miscomputing

we will have been miscomputing

they will have been miscomputing

IMPERATIVE

you miscompute

we let´s miscompute

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to miscompute

PAST

I miscomputed

you miscomputed

he/she/it miscomputed

we miscomputed

they miscomputed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was miscomputing

you were miscomputing

he/she/it was miscomputing

we were miscomputing

they were miscomputing

PAST PARTICIPLE

miscomputed

PAST PERFECT

I had miscomputed

you had miscomputed

he/she/it had miscomputed

we had miscomputed

they had miscomputed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been miscomputing

you had been miscomputing

he/she/it had been miscomputing

we had been miscomputing

they had been miscomputing

PRESENT

I miscompute

you miscompute

he/she/it miscomputes

we miscompute

they miscompute

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am miscomputing

you are miscomputing

he/she/it is miscomputing

we are miscomputing

they are miscomputing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

miscomputing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have miscomputed

you have miscomputed

he/she/it has miscomputed

we have miscomputed

they have miscomputed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been miscomputing

you have been miscomputing

he/she/it has been miscomputing

we have been miscomputing

they have been miscomputing