Spanish word

analizar

Pronunciation

IPA/analiˈθaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbanalyze

Example

Necesito analizar los datos.

I need to analyze the data.

Illustration for analizar (analyze)

More examples

Antes de decidir, tenemos que analizar las opciones.

Before deciding, we have to examine the options.

Core concept

An object split into labeled parts for close inspection.

Common phrases

  • analizar los datos

    analyze the data

  • analizar la situación

    analyze the situation

  • analizar las opciones

    examine the options

Similar words

examinar: Carefully inspects an object to check its condition and visible features.
observar: Watches closely over time to notice fine details and small changes.
investigar: Gathers clues and examines them to uncover causes or background facts.
evaluar: Judges collected information to determine the value, quality, or degree.

Definition in Spanish

Estudiar algo con atención para separar sus partes y comprender cómo funciona o qué indica.

Word origin

From Greek ἀνάλυσις 'breaking up' via Latin and Old French, adapted into Spanish with the verb-forming suffix -izar to mean separating something into parts to study it.

Usage tips

  • A somewhat formal verb; in casual conversation speakers often use mirar, ver, or pensar sobre instead of analizar.

Other meanings

  • considerverb
  • examineverb

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