算法

suànfǎ

算法 — suànfǎ

1. algorithm (a step-by-step procedure for calculations or problem solving, often used in computing)

   这个搜索算法能大大提高查找速度。 zhège sōusuǒsuànfǎ néng dàdàtígāo cházhǎo sùdù — This search algorithm can greatly improve lookup speed.

2. arithmetic; method of calculation (a system or technique for performing numerical calculations)

   他教我们几种常用的心算算法。 tā jiào wǒmen jǐzhǒng chángyòng de xīnsuàn suànfǎ — He taught us several common mental arithmetic methods.