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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