evaluarlo

Evaluarlo is a Spanish verb phrase formed by the verb evaluar in its infinitive form followed by the masculine singular direct object pronoun lo. It means “to evaluate it.” The pronoun must agree with the gender and number of the noun it replaces, so la, las, los can be used in place of lo when appropriate.

Usage and grammar

Evaluar is a transitive verb meaning to assess, appraise, or determine the value or quality of something. Cuando se combina con un pronombre enclítico, the resulting form such as evaluarlo can function as part of a larger verb phrase. The pronoun puede colocarse before the conjugated verb (Lo voy a evaluar) or attached to the infinitive (Voy a evaluarlo). The same pattern applies with other pronouns: evaluarlo, evaluarla, evaluarlos, evaluarlas, depending on the object’s gender and number.

Typical contexts include evaluating performance, products, procedures, or data, for example: “Quiero evaluarlo antes de tomar una decisión,” “Vamos a evaluarlo con criterios claros,” or “Después de evaluarlo, decidimos.” The infinitive with a pronoun is common after verbs of intention or necessity, such as voy a, tenemos que, quiero, or es necesario.

Relation to related terms

Evaluar is related to evaluación (the act of evaluating) and to valorar, which more often conveys “to value” in a monetary or subjective sense. While evaluar emphasizes assessment and measurement, valorar emphasizes assigning value or appreciation. The choice between evaluar and valorar depends on whether the focus is on assessment or value judgment.

Origin

Evaluar derives from Latin evaluare, connected to valor (value).