Learn how to translate verbal phrases and sentences into algebraic expressions and equations in this 11-minute video tutorial. Explore the process of converting word problems into mathematical language, focusing on a specific example: "A number squared + 2 is 38, what's the number?" Gain valuable skills in interpreting mathematical concepts expressed in words and transforming them into solvable algebraic formulas. This lesson is part of a comprehensive math education series offered by TabletClass Math Academy, covering topics from middle school to college-level mathematics, including test preparation and teacher certification.