valoración
/baloɾaˈθjon/feminine
The English word valuation is translated into Spanish as valoración or valuación.
Meaning: estimation of something's worth (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| valuación | /balwaˈθjon/ /balwaˈsjon/ |
feminine |
| valoración | /baloɾaˈθjon/ /baloɾaˈsjon/ |
feminine |
Both terms refer to the estimation of something's worth. valoración is typically used for general assessments, appraisals or qualitative evaluations. In contrast, valuación is used when referring specifically to the calculation of monetary value.
Which one should you use?
valoración is the most common term for a general assessment or appraisal. valuación is a more technical term used in financial or legal contexts to specify the determination of a monetary price.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of valoración is valoraciones, and the plural form of valuación is valuaciones. The related verb meaning to value or to assess is valorar.
How do you pronounce it?
/baloɾaˈθjon/
Did you know?
- The term valor is the single, powerful root that connects the concept of 'price' to the concept of 'bravery' or 'merit' in Spanish.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, valuación is perceived as an Anglicism influenced by the English word 'valuation', whereas valoración is the more traditional term.
- In a legal context, a professional who performs a valuación is called a perito, which translates to 'expert' or 'appraiser' but implies a certified legal status.
Examples in context
- Debemos llevar a cabo una valoración exhaustiva de nuestra empresa antes de tomar cualquier decisión financiera importante.We need to carry out a thorough valuation of our company before making any significant financial decisions.
- Necesitamos una evaluación de valor precisa de nuestros activos para obtener financiamiento adicional.We need an accurate valuation of our assets to secure additional financing.
- Hemos realizado un detallado cálculo de valuación para establecer el precio justo de nuestros productos.We have conducted a detailed valuation calculation to establish the fair price of our products.
- He recibido una tasación del valor de mi coche antes de venderlo.I have received a car value appraisal before selling it.
- No puedo creer el precio que le dieron a esa antigüedad en la subasta.I can't believe the valuation they gave to that antique at the auction.
- La valoración del inmueble fue muy alta.The valuation of the property was very high.
- Necesitamos una valoración profesional de las joyas.We need a professional valuation of the jewelry.
- Su valoración de la empresa es incorrecta.His valuation of the company is incorrect.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are discussing a business deal at a cafe.
- Sofía¿Cuál es la valoración de la nueva startup?What is the valuation of the new startup?
- AlejandroEs una valoración bastante positiva, Sofía.It is a quite positive valuation, Sofía.
- SofíaMe alegra mucho escuchar eso, Alejandro.I am very happy to hear that, Alejandro.
- AlejandroDeberíamos revisar los números mañana.We should review the numbers tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “valuation” translations and entries valuación, valoración, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
