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C1 noun Formal to neutral.

criteria

/kriˈti.ri.a/

Examples

1

What are the main criteria for selecting a good candidate?

Wat zijn de belangrijkste criteria voor het selecteren van een goede kandidaat?

2

The new product failed to meet the safety criteria.

Het nieuwe product voldeed niet aan de veiligheidscriteria.

3

These are the criteria by which we will judge the entries.

Dit zijn de criteria waaraan we de inzendingen zullen beoordelen.

4

She has very high criteria for her friends.

Ze heeft zeer hoge criteria voor haar vrienden.

5

The project must satisfy all the specified criteria.

Het project moet aan alle gespecificeerde criteria voldoen.

Common Collocations

selection criteria
performance criteria
eligibility criteria

How to Use It

Usage Notes

Always use 'criteria' with a plural verb (e.g., 'The criteria ARE...', not 'The criteria IS...'). When referring to a single standard, use 'criterion'.

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Word Origin

From Greek 'kritērion' meaning 'means of judging, standard', from 'kritēs' meaning 'judge'.

Cultural Context

The concept of 'criteria' is universally understood in professional, academic, and administrative contexts across Dutch-speaking regions, much like in English. It emphasizes structured decision-making and evaluation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'criteria' as the 'rules you apply' (CRITERIA) when making a decision or judgment.

Frequently Asked Questions

3 questions
'Criteria' is a plural noun. The singular form is 'criterion'.
No, 'criterias' is not a correct word. The plural of 'criterion' is 'criteria'.
It is often used to refer to a set of standards or conditions that something must meet, for example, 'The criteria for success are clear.'

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