Estimo (en. I estimate)
/esˈtimo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To judge or consider the value of something.
I believe this book is very interesting.
Yo estimo que este libro es muy interesante.
To have affection or love for someone.
I care about my friends a lot.
Estimo mucho a mis amigos.
To give a certain importance to something.
I believe that the efforts are worth it.
Estimo que los esfuerzos valen la pena.
Etymology
From Latin 'aestimare', which means 'to value' or 'to appreciate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
I care about you a lot
Indicates great appreciation for someone.
te estimo mucho
I value your opinion
Shows respect for another person's judgment.
estimo tu opinión
I consider it necessary
Expresses an assessment of the necessity of something.
estimo que es necesario
Related Words
estimation
Action of valuing or appreciating something.
estimación
appreciation
Positive evaluation or affection towards something or someone.
aprecio
valuation
Action of determining the value of something.
valoración
Slang Meanings
Special appreciation one has for a person
People always say that I value Juan for his honesty.
La gente siempre dice que estimo a Juan por su honestidad.
To consider something of great importance
I highly value education in my life.
Estimo mucho la educación en mi vida.