ranking - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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ranking (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

"Ranking" in Spanish (as used in a similar context) functions as a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/rˈaŋ.kɪŋ/

Translation Options into English

The translation of "ranking" into English is "ranking". It can also refer to "ranking list" or "ranking system" in specific contexts.

Meaning and Usage

In the Spanish language, "ranking" refers to the classification or arrangement of items, people, or entities based on certain criteria, often used to indicate hierarchy or status. It is commonly utilized in the fields of sports, academia, businesses, and online platforms. The term is frequently used both in oral speech and written contexts, though it might be more prevalent in written reports, articles, or discussions that involve evaluations.

Example Sentences

  1. El ranking de universidades en el mundo se actualiza cada año.
    (The university ranking in the world is updated every year.)

  2. Mi equipo tuvo un buen desempeño y subió en el ranking nacional.
    (My team performed well and rose in the national ranking.)

  3. Todos los meses publicamos un ranking de las mejores canciones.
    (Every month we publish a ranking of the best songs.)

Idiomatic Expressions

The term "ranking" is not particularly common in idiomatic expressions. However, the concept of ranking can be linked with various phrases related to competition, evaluation, and status:

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions

  1. Estar en el top ranking es el sueño de muchos artistas.
    (Being in the top ranking is the dream of many artists.)

  2. Para alcanzar el ranking más alto, se necesita esfuerzo constante.
    (To achieve the highest ranking, constant effort is required.)

  3. La competencia por el primer lugar en el ranking es feroz.
    (The competition for first place in the ranking is fierce.)

Etymology

The term "ranking" is derived from the English word "rank", which has its roots in the Middle English "ranke," meaning "to arrange" or "to put in order". While the English term has been adopted into Spanish, the concept of ranking has existed in various forms across cultures for centuries.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Clasificación - Ordenación - Jerarquía

Antonyms: - Desorganización - Caos - Anarquía



23-07-2024