Spanish Conversation · Level 32
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Spanish word
criterio
Pronunciation
IPA/kɾiˈteɾjo/
Meaning
- masculine nounstandard, criterion
Example
Mi criterio para contratar es la experiencia.
My standard for hiring is experience.
More examples
La decisión mostró una falta de criterio.
The decision showed a lack of judgement.
Core concept
A norm or principle serving as a measure for judgment or choice.
Common phrases
falta de criterio
lack of judgement
criterio claro
clear standard
Similar words
norma: Formal norm established by a group or institution to regulate conduct.
regla: Concrete rule that specifies what behavior or steps to follow.
pauta: General guideline offering a reference point for actions or decisions.
juicio: Personal judgment or opinion about whether something is good or bad.
Definition in Spanish
Norma o principio que se utiliza para valorar, juzgar o tomar una decisión sobre algo.
Word origin
The term criterio comes from Greek kriterion 'means for judging' via Latin and names the norm or principle applied to judge or decide.
Usage tips
- In conversation criterio often refers to a person's judgment or taste, as in tener buen criterio, not only to formal evaluation standards.
Other meanings
- opinionnoun
Opposites
- irracionalidadirrationalitynoun
- arbitrariedadarbitrarinessnoun