MATH TERMS
(46 WORD TO PRACTICE)
About the Topic: Math Terms
Mathematics, often called math or maths, is the language of logic, numbers, and problem-solving. It helps us understand how the world works — from counting money and measuring distances to studying shapes, data, and patterns. Learning math terms in English and other languages builds a strong foundation for students to communicate ideas clearly in science, engineering, economics, and technology.
Math has many branches, such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and calculus. Each branch uses its own set of special words, called terms, that describe concepts, symbols, and operations. For example, addition (+) means combining numbers, subtraction (–) means taking away, and multiplication (×) means repeated addition. More advanced terms include equation, variable, fraction, percentage, square root, and probability.
Understanding these terms is essential for success in both academic and real-life contexts. Math vocabulary also supports logical thinking, data analysis, and critical reasoning — skills that are valuable in every profession.
Sample Vocabulary
Equation
Variable
Fraction
Percentage
Average
Square root
Geometry
Probability
Measurement
Calculation
Learning Outcomes
After completing this lesson, students will be able to:
Recognize and use key mathematical terms in academic and professional contexts.
Understand math vocabulary across multiple branches of mathematics.
Apply English math terms when solving word problems or explaining formulas.
Compare and translate math-related words between different languages.
Strengthen logical thinking and analytical communication skills.
Benefits of the BoomWords Game
The BoomWords Game turns math vocabulary into a dynamic and interactive learning experience. The teacher says “Math Terms,” and students take turns saying one math-related word — “equation,” “angle,” “fraction,” “sum,” etc. Anyone who repeats a word or pauses too long says “Boom!” and steps out.
This activity helps students:
Practice pronunciation of complex math terminology.
Think quickly and recall words under time pressure.
Build confidence in speaking technical English.
Learn through movement, competition, and fun.
Teachers can make the activity more challenging by adding definitions, symbols, or translation rounds, where students must say the equivalent term in another supported language.
Teacher’s Comment
“Students showed excellent focus and participation in today’s math vocabulary session. They used precise terms and gave clear explanations. The BoomWords game worked well as a memory booster, especially when translating words between English and other supported languages.”
Student’s Comment
“This lesson helped me understand difficult math words in English. I can now use words like ‘variable’ and ‘probability’ correctly. The game made learning fun and helped me remember the words better.”
Example Sentences
The equation has one variable.
We can express a fraction as a part of a whole.
Geometry studies shapes, lines, and angles.
The percentage shows how much out of one hundred.
The average of 10, 20, and 30 is 20.
The square root of 9 is 3.
Probability tells us how likely something is to happen.
In algebra, we use letters to represent numbers.
Accurate measurement is important in every experiment.
Math calculations help solve real-world problems.
Supported Languages
English – Italian – Turkish – German – South Korean – French – Spanish – Russian – Hindi – Japanese – Chinese – Arabic