Meaning of the word "add up" in English

What does "add up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

add up

US /æd ˈʌp/

UK /æd ˈʌp/

to make sense; to seem reasonable or logical

Example:

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His story just doesn't add up.

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The numbers don't add up, there must be a mistake.

Synonym:

make sense cohere be consistent be logical be plausible

to calculate the total of several numbers or amounts

Example:

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Can you add up these figures for me?

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We need to add up the expenses for the trip.

Synonym:

calculate total sum tally

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