How to Say "correlation" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “correlation” is “correlación” — use 'correlación' when referring to a statistically significant or demonstrable mutual relationship between two or more things, often in academic or scientific contexts..
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correlación
nounB2formal
Use 'correlación' when referring to a statistically significant or demonstrable mutual relationship between two or more things, often in academic or scientific contexts.
Examples
Hay una correlación clara entre el ejercicio y la salud mental.
There is a clear correlation between exercise and mental health.
asociación
nounB1
Use 'asociación' for a more general or subjective connection, link, or association that people make between things, not necessarily based on statistical data.
Examples
Para mí, el color azul tiene una asociación directa con la tristeza.
For me, the color blue has a direct association with sadness.
Formal vs. General Connection
Learners often confuse 'correlación' and 'asociación' by using the more formal 'correlación' for everyday connections. Remember that 'correlación' implies a measurable, often statistical, link, while 'asociación' is broader and can refer to any perceived connection.
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