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medición

meh-dee-syohn/meðiˈsjon/

“medición” means “measurement” in Spanish (the act of finding the size or amount of something).

measurement

Also: reading, measuring
NounfB1
A wooden ruler laying next to a small green leaf to measure its length.

📝 In Action

La medición de la habitación fue muy fácil.

A2

The measurement of the room was very easy.

Necesitamos una medición exacta para que el mueble quepa aquí.

B1

We need an exact measurement so that the piece of furniture fits here.

Los científicos realizaron una medición de los niveles de contaminación.

B2

The scientists carried out a measurement of the pollution levels.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • medida (measure/size)
  • valoración (assessment)

Antonyms

  • estimación (estimation (guess))

Common Collocations

  • instrumentos de medición – measuring tools
  • unidad de medición – unit of measurement
  • hacer una medición – to take a measurement

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "medición" in Spanish:

measuring→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: medición

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to say 'the measurement'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
medir(to measure) — Verb
medida(measure/size) — Noun
medidor(meter/gauge) — Noun
medible(measurable) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónestaciónacción
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'metiri' (to measure) combined with the ending '-tio' which indicates an action. It's related to the English word 'meter'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: measurementFrench: mesure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'medida' and 'medición'?

Think of 'medición' as the action or the process of measuring (like the science behind it). 'Medida' usually refers to the result, the size, or a 'measure' taken to solve a problem (like a safety measure).

Can I use 'medición' for measuring liquids?

Yes! It can be used for any type of measurement: length, weight, volume, or even abstract things like 'medición de la inteligencia' (measuring intelligence).

How do I pluralize 'medición'?

To make it plural, add '-es' and drop the accent mark: 'las mediciones'.