calificado
“calificado” means “qualified” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
qualified
Also: skilled, expert
📝 In Action
La empresa busca personal calificado para el área de sistemas.
B1The company is looking for qualified staff for the IT department.
Es un técnico muy calificado que sabe arreglar cualquier motor.
B1He is a very skilled technician who knows how to fix any engine.
Necesitamos una opinión calificada antes de tomar una decisión.
C1We need an expert opinion before making a decision.
graded
Also: scored
📝 In Action
El profesor ya tiene el examen calificado.
A2The teacher already has the exam graded.
Todavía no he recibido mi trabajo calificado.
A2I haven't received my graded assignment yet.
Los proyectos serán calificados sobre diez puntos.
B1The projects will be graded out of ten points.
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: calificado
Question 1 of 3
If a teacher gives you back your test with a score on it, the test is...
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'qualificare,' which is a combination of 'qualis' (of what kind) and 'facere' (to make or do). It basically means 'to determine what kind of thing something is.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'calificado' only mean getting a grade in school?
No! It also describes people who are experts or have the necessary training for a job, just like the English word 'qualified.'
What is the difference between 'calificado' and 'cualificado'?
They mean the same thing when talking about skills. 'Calificado' is used more in Latin America, while 'cualificado' is used more in Spain. However, only 'calificado' is used for school grades.
Can I use 'calificado' for a woman?
Yes, but you must change the ending to 'calificada' to match the gender.