Calidad (en. Quality)

/ka.li.ðað/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Degree of excellence of a thing.
The quality of the product has improved over time.
La calidad del producto ha mejorado con el tiempo.
Set of characteristics that make something valuable.
The quality of services is essential for the success of the company.
La calidad de los servicios es fundamental para el éxito de la empresa.
State or condition of being good or better than ordinary.
The quality of the air in the city has decreased.
La calidad del aire en la ciudad ha disminuido.

Etymology

From Latin 'qualitas', which means 'quality' or 'nature'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

human quality
The value or goodness of a person.
calidad humana
quality of life
Set of conditions that improve a person's well-being.
calidad de vida
primordial quality
The most important or essential characteristic of something.
calidad primordial

Related Words

superior quality
Refers to a quality that stands out above others.
calidad superior
inferior quality
Refers to a quality that is lower or deficient.
calidad inferior
quality control
Process of supervision to ensure that a product meets established standards.
calidad control

Slang Meanings

Good quality
This phone is of quality; it is very durable.
Este teléfono es de calidad, es muy durable.
First-rate thing
That restaurant has quality food.
Ese restaurante tiene comidas de calidad.