Comparación (en. Comparison)

/kom.pa.ɾaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of establishing similarities and differences between two or more elements.
The comparison between the two texts reveals different styles.
La comparación entre los dos textos revela diferentes estilos.
Relationship established between things or people by virtue of their qualities.
We made a price comparison to find the best offer.
Hicimos una comparación de precios para encontrar la mejor oferta.
Analysis that allows for a better understanding of a phenomenon through contrast.
The comparison of results is fundamental in scientific research.
La comparación de resultados es fundamental en la investigación científica.

Etymology

From Latin 'comparatio', which means 'action of comparing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in comparison
in relation to something, usually to point out a difference.
en comparación
odious comparison
a comparison made to highlight a negative aspect.
comparación odiosa
comparing pears to apples
comparing things that are not comparable.
comparar peras con manzanas

Related Words

to compare
Establishing a relationship between two or more things.
comparar
comparative
That refers to the comparison.
comparativo
comparative of superiority
Grammatical form that indicates a higher degree between two elements.
comparativo de superioridad

Slang Meanings

There are no specific colloquial phrases.
The word is used formally in academic contexts.
La palabra se usa formalmente en contextos académicos.