calidad
“calidad” means “quality” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
quality
Also: standard, excellence
📝 In Action
Esta tienda solo vende ropa de alta calidad.
A2This store only sells high-quality clothing.
El control de calidad es muy estricto en esta fábrica.
B1Quality control is very strict in this factory.
La calidad de vida en la ciudad ha mejorado mucho.
B2The quality of life in the city has improved a lot.
capacity
Also: role
📝 In Action
Firmó el contrato en calidad de representante legal de la empresa.
B2He signed the contract in the capacity of the company's legal representative.
Asistieron al evento en calidad de invitados especiales.
C1They attended the event in the role of special guests.
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Quick Quiz: calidad
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'calidad' to mean the standard of a product?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'qualitatem,' which described the nature or characteristic of something. It entered Spanish and primarily came to mean the degree of goodness of that nature.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'calidad' masculine or feminine?
'Calidad' is always a feminine noun, so you must use 'la calidad' and feminine adjectives to describe it, even though it ends in '-d'.
What is the difference between 'calidad' and 'cualidad'?
'Calidad' means how good something is (the standard). 'Cualidad' means a specific trait or characteristic (e.g., being tall or being patient are 'cualidades').