How to Say "appraisal" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “appraisal” is “estimación” — use 'estimación' when referring to a general calculation or approximation of value, cost, or quantity, often before a decision is made.
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estimación
nounB1
Use 'estimación' when referring to a general calculation or approximation of value, cost, or quantity, often before a decision is made.
Examples
Hicimos una estimación de los gastos para el viaje.
We made an estimate of the expenses for the trip.
evaluación
nounB1
Choose 'evaluación' for a more formal or official assessment of something's worth, quality, or performance, often involving a systematic process.
Examples
La evaluación del profesor fue muy justa.
The teacher's evaluation was very fair.
valoración
nounB1
Use 'valoración' when expressing a personal opinion or judgment about the value or significance of something, like a review or critique.
Examples
Tu valoración de la película fue muy interesante.
Your review of the movie was very interesting.
Estimación vs. Evaluación
Learners often confuse 'estimación' and 'evaluación'. Remember that 'estimación' is typically a preliminary, less formal calculation of worth, while 'evaluación' implies a more thorough, often official, assessment.
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