Calificación (en. Grade)

/kalifikaˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Numerical or qualitative evaluation of something.
The exam grade was excellent.
La calificación del examen fue excelente.
Ability or aptitude for a job or activity.
His grade makes him suitable for the position.
Su calificación lo hace apto para el puesto.
Classification or categorization of something according to certain criteria.
The rating of products is based on their quality.
La calificación de los productos se basa en su calidad.

Etymology

From Latin 'qualificatio', which means 'the action of qualifying'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Final grade
Score or evaluation obtained at the end of a course.
calificación final
Product rating
Evaluation of the quality and performance of a product.
calificación de un producto
To give a rating
To assign a score or evaluation to someone or something.
dar calificación

Related Words

To qualify
Verb that means to evaluate or assign a rating.
calificar
Qualification
Skills or knowledge that a person has to perform a job.
cualificación
Disqualification
Loss of a qualification or rating.
descalificación

Slang Meanings

Very low score or evaluation.
He gave me a one, that grade is a disaster.
Me puso un uno, esa calificación es un desastre.
Outstanding grade.
With that 10, your rating is a huge success.
Con ese 10, tu calificación es un exitazo.