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coeficiente

coefficient

noun koh-eh-fee-SYEHN-teh Rare

Also means

ratio, factor

Usage Note

Coeficiente is used in mathematics (coeficiente de correlación), physics (coeficiente de rozamiento — coefficient of friction), and economics (coeficiente de Gini). In everyday speech it sometimes appears in coeficiente intelectual (IQ), which is the most recognisable use for general learners. It is always masculine.

Examples

"El coeficiente de correlación era alto."

Natural Translation

The correlation coefficient was high.

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