subitize
Definitions
To judge (the number of objects in a group) rapidly, accurately and confidently without counting them.
Examples
“Previous researchers have⟳ noted a similarity between the set⟳ sizes that adults can estimate⟳ rapidly, or subitize, and the set⟳ sizes that infants can discriminate: both are less than five items. This similarity has led some to suggest⟳ that subitizing is […]”
“When students subitize, they know⟳ how many because the arrangement is familiar and/or friendly. While recent information about the benefits of teaching subitizing has surfaced (Clements, 1999), early use⟳ of the term appeared more than […]”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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