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Approximately

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Meanings of Approximately

Adverb

  • About how much or how many, but not exactly.

Explanation of the word: Approximately

Approximately means a little more or a little less than a number. Like if you have about 5 apples, it could be 4 or 6 apples.

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Translations for the word: Approximately

hindi
लगभग

lagbhag

करीब

karib

लगभग

lagbhag

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Approximately

What does 'approximately' mean?
Approximately means something is close to a certain amount or number, but not exactly.
How do you pronounce 'approximately'?
You pronounce 'approximately' like this: uh-PROX-uh-mit-lee.
What is the origin of the word 'approximately'?
The word 'approximately' comes from the Latin word 'approximare', which means 'to come near'.
What is the meaning of 'approximately' in Hindi?
The word 'approximately' in Hindi is 'लगभग' (Lagbhag).