How to Say "grading" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “grading” is “graduación” — C1 level.
Examples
La graduación de la temperatura en el termómetro es muy precisa.
The temperature scale on the thermometer is very precise.
Necesito ajustar la graduación de mis gafas.
I need to adjust the prescription/calibration of my glasses.
El vino tiene una graduación alcohólica alta.
The wine has a high alcohol content/proof.
Technical Contexts
This meaning is often seen with technical objects like lenses, measuring tools, or scientific concepts where things are measured in 'degrees' or 'steps'.
Using 'escala' for the ceremony
Mistake: “Usar 'escala' para referirse a la ceremonia universitaria.”
Correction: 'Escala' means 'scale' or 'layover' and should not be confused with 'graduación' (the ceremony).
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