Word
equals
US/ˈikwəɫz/
UK/ˈiːkwəlz/
Definitions
01to be the same as
A2 · Elementary Mathematics
v. to be the same in size, number, or value as something else.
v. to be identical in value, quantity, or status. This form is the third-person singular present indicative.
“In basic math, two plus two equals four.”
“The total cost of the renovation equals the original purchase price of the property, representing a significant investment for the family.”
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02people of the same status
B1 · Intermediate Plural noun
n. people who have the same rights, age, or importance as you.
n. individuals who possess the same rank, ability, or social standing as others. Usually plural in this sense.
“She wanted to be treated as one of their equals at work.”
“The treaty was designed to ensure that both nations negotiated as equals, regardless of their relative economic power.”
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03the mathematical symbol
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Mathematics
n. the symbol '=' used in math to show that two things are the same.
n. the mathematical sign consisting of two parallel horizontal lines used to indicate equality.
“Don't forget to put the equals sign before the final answer.”
“The student mistakenly placed two equals signs in the same line of the equation, making the logic difficult to follow.”
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Grade 2
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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