# spreadsheet

/ˈspɹɛdˌʃit/ (US) · /spɹˈɛdʃiːt/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/spreadsheet
Updated: 2026-05-06

## Definition

a computer program or document that helps you organize numbers and information in rows and columns. It is very useful for doing math and keeping track of money.

For teachers: a digital document or software application used for organizing, analyzing, and storing data in a tabular format. Information is arranged in a grid of cells, which can contain text, numbers, or formulas that calculate values automatically.

## Examples

- I use a spreadsheet to track my monthly spending.
- The accountant entered the quarterly sales figures into a spreadsheet to generate a chart for the meeting.
- Modern business operations rely heavily on complex spreadsheets to model financial projections and manage inventory across multiple international warehouses.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used with the verbs 'create', 'update', or 'manage'.

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