Spanish Conversation · Level 104
59 words
Spanish word
inspección
Pronunciation
IPA/inspekˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nouninspection
Example
El mecánico hizo la inspección del coche.
The mechanic performed an inspection of the car.
More examples
La compañía realizó una inspección de rutina en el almacén.
The company carried out a routine inspection in the warehouse.
Core concept
Detailed, methodical review of a system or site for faults.
Common phrases
inspección de rutina
routine inspection
pasar una inspección
pass an inspection
inspección visual
visual inspection
Similar words
revisión: Reviews the state of equipment or systems to detect maintenance needs or problems.
chequeo: Runs a short, simple check to see that something works or is in order.
comprobación: Carries out tests or checks to confirm that numbers, facts, or conditions are correct.
examen: Studies something carefully to form an evaluation or reach a judgment.
Definition in Spanish
Revisión minuciosa de un objeto, lugar o sistema para hallar fallos o comprobar su estado.
Word origin
From Latin inspicere 'to look into' (in- 'into' + specere 'to look'), the Spanish inspección denotes a careful internal examination to check for problems.
Usage tips
- Typical verbs are hacer la inspección and pasar una inspección, and inspección implies an official or formal procedure rather than a casual look.
Other meanings
- official inspectionnoun
Opposites
- negligencianegligencenoun
Related words
- inspeccionarinspectverb
- inspectorinspectornoun