Spanish Conversation · Level 101
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Spanish word
aprobatorio
Pronunciation
IPA/apɾoβaˈtoɾjo/
Meaning
- adjectivepassing
Example
Necesitas una nota aprobatoria para pasar el curso.
You need a passing grade to pass the course.
More examples
El jefe dio un informe aprobatorio sobre el plan.
The boss gave an approving report on the plan.
Core concept
A condition or item that qualifies as approved for passing.
Common phrases
tener una nota aprobatoria
have a passing grade
sacar una nota aprobatoria
get a passing grade
Similar words
suficiente: Meets the minimum score or level required to reach the passing threshold.
aprobado: Officially recorded or confirmed as having passed.
válido: Officially recognized as valid or legally acceptable for the intended purpose.
aceptable: Meets standards or expectations at an adequate level for acceptance.
Definition in Spanish
Que sirve para indicar o calificar algo como aprobado por alcanzar la puntuación o condición exigida.
Word origin
Built from aprobar + -atorio, an adjectival formation marking relation to approval, ultimately from Latin approbare.
Usage tips
- Commonly found in certificates, forms, and official reports and uncommon in everyday speech, where speakers prefer 'te quedó aprobado' or 'pasaste'.
Other meanings
- approvingadjective
- favorableadjective
Opposites
- reprobadofailedadjective
Related words
- aprobatoriamenteapprovinglyadverb
- aprobaciónapprovalnoun