English–Spanish

“look up” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/konsulˈtaɾ/

Example

Necesito consultar el diccionario para esta palabra.

I need to look up this word in the dictionary.

Illustration for consultar (look up)

How to say “look up” in Spanish

“Look up” in Spanish is consultar.

Verifying facts by consulting sources or by asking another person for their view.

Full entry for consultar: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with consultar

Antes de firmar el contrato, conviene consultar con un abogado.

Before signing the contract, it is advisable to consult with a lawyer.

Tips for using consultar

  • In everyday speech short, informal questions use preguntar, whereas consultar sounds like a formal check, request for permission, or professional consultation.

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