掐算
qiā​suàn

calculate

  • created sense approved 掐算 · qiā​suàn · calculate

    掐算

    qiā​suàn

    calculate

    to count or compute using one's fingers, often associated with divination or quick reckoning

    算命先生闭上眼睛，手指在不停地掐算。

    verb

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  • created sense approved 掐算 · qiā​suàn · estimate

    掐算

    qiā​suàn

    estimate

    to perform a quick or on-the-spot mental calculation or reckoning

    我心里掐算了一下，这些钱大概够用一个月。

    verb

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