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How to Say "assessment" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “assessment” is “evaluación” — use 'evaluación' for formal evaluations, especially in educational settings (like grading students) or for performance reviews in a professional context..

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evaluación

nounB1formal
Use 'evaluación' for formal evaluations, especially in educational settings (like grading students) or for performance reviews in a professional context.

Examples

La evaluación del profesor fue muy justa.

The teacher's evaluation was very fair.

diagnóstico

nounB1formal
Use 'diagnóstico' specifically for the identification of a problem or condition, most commonly in a medical context, but also for analyzing a situation.

Examples

El médico le dio un diagnóstico muy positivo después de las pruebas.

The doctor gave him a very positive diagnosis after the tests.

juicio

/HWEE-see-oh//ˈxwi.sjo/

nounB1formal
Use 'juicio' when expressing a personal opinion or judgment about something, often implying a reasoned conclusion.
A simple balance scale with two pans. One pan is lowered significantly, showing a conclusion has been reached.

Examples

A mi juicio, esta es la mejor solución.

In my judgment, this is the best solution.

No emitas un juicio sin conocer todos los hechos.

Don't pass judgment without knowing all the facts.

Su juicio sobre la situación fue muy acertado.

His assessment of the situation was very accurate.

The Phrase 'a mi juicio'

Think of 'a mi juicio' as a slightly more formal or thoughtful way to say 'en mi opinión' (in my opinion). It's a great set phrase to make your Spanish sound more advanced.

concepto

kon-SEP-toh/konˈθepto/

nounB1formal
Use 'concepto' to refer to a general impression or opinion about someone's work or character, though this usage is less common for 'assessment'.
Two simple, stylized characters looking at a brightly colored apple between them. One character is giving a thumbs up, and the other is giving a clear thumbs down, illustrating differing personal views.

Examples

Tengo un buen concepto de tu trabajo.

I have a high opinion of your work.

No quiero que la gente tenga un mal concepto de mí.

I don't want people to have a bad opinion of me.

Mi jefe me dio un concepto favorable en la evaluación.

My boss gave me a favorable assessment in the review.

The 'Assessment' Phrase

When using 'concepto' to mean 'opinion,' you almost always need the verb 'tener' (to have) followed by 'de' (of): 'Tengo un buen concepto de él' (I think highly of him).

Choosing Between 'Evaluación' and 'Diagnóstico'

Learners often confuse 'evaluación' and 'diagnóstico'. Remember that 'evaluación' is broader, covering grades and reviews, while 'diagnóstico' is specific to identifying a problem, typically medical. Use 'evaluación' for performance and 'diagnóstico' for a condition.

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