Spanish Conversation · Level 37
74 words
Spanish word
examinar
Pronunciation
IPA/eksamiˈnaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcheck
Example
Voy a examinar los resultados.
I'm going to check the results.
More examples
Necesito examinar el documento antes de firmar.
I need to check the document before signing.
Core concept
Close, methodical inspection for hidden details.
Common phrases
examinar detenidamente
examine carefully
examinar la información
examine the information
examinar el caso
examine the case
Similar words
mirar: Looks with the eyes to check appearance or current condition.
revisar: Reviews documents or work to spot mistakes or omissions.
comprobar: Verifies numbers or information to confirm they are correct.
analizar: Analyzes elements by breaking them down to reveal meanings or causes.
Definition in Spanish
Inspeccionar algo con atención y profundidad para detectar detalles, problemas o información relevante.
Word origin
From medieval Latin examinare, ultimately from Latin examen 'weighing, test', with the sense of subjecting something to careful scrutiny.
Usage tips
- Spanish examinar implies a thorough or formal check, whereas revisar or comprobar are more common for quick, casual checks.