Estándar (en. Standard)

/esˈtand̪aɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of conditions or requirements that are considered adequate.
The quality standard for this product is very high.
El estándar de calidad para este producto es muy alto.
Model or pattern that serves as a reference.
International standards help unify processes.
Los estándares internacionales ayudan a la unificación de procesos.
Criterion used to measure or evaluate things.
This study compares living standards in different countries.
Este estudio compara los estándares de vida en diferentes países.

Etymology

From the English 'standard', which comes from the Old French 'estendard'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

quality standard
Reference that defines the expected quality of a product or service.
estándar de calidad
follow the standard
To remain within the established criteria.
seguir el estándar
below the standard
Below what is expected or required.
bajo el estándar

Related Words

normal
Considered habitual or common.
normal
pattern
Model or example to follow.
patrón
reference
Point of comparison or basis for evaluation.
referencia

Slang Meanings

Something that is common or habitual.
That type of problem is standard in this kind of projects.
Ese tipo de problemas es estándar en este tipo de proyectos.
Used to refer to something that does not stand out.
His performance in class was standard, nothing exceptional.
Su rendimiento en la clase fue estándar, nada excepcional.