evaluar
“evaluar” means “to evaluate” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to evaluate, to assess
Also: to judge, to test
📝 In Action
El profesor va a evaluar nuestro progreso mañana.
A2The teacher is going to evaluate our progress tomorrow.
Es difícil evaluar esta situación sin toda la información.
B1It is difficult to assess this situation without all the information.
Debemos evaluar los resultados del experimento con cuidado.
B2We must evaluate the results of the experiment carefully.
to appraise, to value
Also: to price
📝 In Action
Un experto evaluó las joyas de la corona.
B2An expert appraised the crown jewels.
La casa fue evaluada en doscientos mil euros.
B2The house was valued at two hundred thousand euros.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "evaluar" in Spanish:
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How do you say 'I evaluate' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin prefix 'ex-' (out) and the word 'valere' (to be strong or worthy). Essentially, it means 'to get the value out' of something.
First recorded: 18th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'evaluar' and 'valorar'?
They are very similar! 'Evaluar' is more about testing or calculating a result, while 'valorar' is more about appreciating the worth or importance of something.
Does 'evaluar' always have an accent on the 'u'?
No! It only has an accent when that 'u' sound is emphasized, like in 'evalúo' or 'evalúa'. In the base form 'evaluar' or 'evaluamos', there is no accent mark.
Can I use 'evaluar' for grading students?
Yes, it is the standard word used by teachers to talk about grading tests or assessing student performance.