tally up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To count or sum; to add up.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When we tallied up the scores at the end of the game, we were surprised to find that Jack was the overall winner.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tally up” mean?
To count or sum; to add up.
Is “tally up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.