Clasificación (en. Classification)

/klasifikaˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Action and effect of classifying or being classified.
The classification of books by topic makes searching easier.
La clasificación de los libros por tema facilita la búsqueda.
System for categorizing elements into groups.
The classification of animals is done according to their species.
La clasificación de los animales se hace según su especie.
Arrangement of things according to a criterion.
The classification of foods is important for the diet.
La clasificación de los alimentos es importante para la dieta.

Etymology

From Latin 'classificatio', which comes from 'classis' (class) and 'facere' (to make).

Common Phrases and Expressions

age classification
System for organizing activities or products according to age groups.
clasificación por edades
data classification
Method for organizing information in a comprehensible format.
clasificación de datos
risk classification
Process of categorizing the risks associated with an activity.
clasificación de riesgos

Related Words

classify
Action of organizing or grouping elements.
clasificar
category
Group in which something is classified.
categoría
order
Arrangement or systematic disposition of things.
orden

Slang Meanings

Classification into hobby groups.
In sports, there are classifications that determine the best teams.
En el deporte, hay clasificaciones que determinan los mejores equipos.
To refer to a system of popularity.
That app has a very high ranking among users.
Esa app tiene una clasificación muy alta entre los usuarios.