Spanish Conversation · Level 85
60 words
Spanish word
tasar
Pronunciation
IPA/taˈsaɾ/
Meaning
- verbappraise
Example
Voy a tasar el coche mañana.
I'm going to appraise the car tomorrow.
More examples
El banco tasó la vivienda antes de conceder la hipoteca.
The bank appraised the house before granting the mortgage.
Core concept
An expert inspector assigning an official monetary value to a car or house.
Common phrases
tasar un coche
appraise a car
tasar una vivienda
appraise a house
Similar words
valorar: Evaluates an object's value or importance to establish a price or assessment.
apreciar: Perceives and values an item's qualities, expressing a subjective appreciation.
estimar: Estimates a rough value or amount when exact data is lacking.
cotizar: Provides a formal price quote or estimate for buyers in a sales context.
Definition in Spanish
Calcular o estimar el precio o valor monetario de algo, normalmente realizado por quien tiene conocimientos técnicos o autoridad para ello.
Word origin
The verb tasar comes from Latin taxare 'to assess or impose a charge' and means to calculate or estimate an item's monetary value, usually carried out by someone with technical knowledge or authority.
Usage tips
- Used mainly for formal appraisals in contexts such as real estate, vehicles, or insurance, while everyday questions about price use valer or ¿Cuánto cuesta?
Other meanings
- evaluateverb
- estimateverb
Opposites
- subestimarunderestimateverb
Related words
- tasaciónappraisalnoun
- tasadorappraisernoun