定量的

• Reading: ていりょうてき
• Romaji: teiryōteki
• Kanji breakdown: 定 (tei/sada-) — determine; 量 (ryō/haka-) — quantity, measure; 的 (teki) — adjectivising suffix
• Pronunciation: /te.i.ɾjoː.te.ki/

Meaning

Quantitative; relating to or expressible in terms of numerical quantities or measurable amounts.

A na-adjective contrasted with 定性的 (qualitative). 定量的分析 (quantitative analysis) measures the amount or concentration of a substance or variable. In research design, 定量的調査 (quantitative research) uses statistics and numerical data to test hypotheses. The distinction between 定性的 and 定量的 is fundamental in scientific and social-scientific methodology.

Examples

1. 実験結果を定量的に評価するために適切な統計手法を選択した。 An appropriate statistical method was selected to quantitatively evaluate the experimental results.
2. 定量的なデータに基づいた政策立案が客観性と説得力を高める。 Policy-making based on quantitative data enhances objectivity and persuasiveness.
3. 定量的な測定には高精度の機器と標準試料が不可欠だ。 Quantitative measurement requires high-precision instruments and reference standards.

Usage Guide

Context: research methodology, science, statistics, business analysis

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 定 (tei — determine), 量 (ryō — quantity, amount), and adjectiviser 的 (teki). Describes something characterised by measurable quantity.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Academic and professional

Social background: Professional