examine
gb/ɪɡzˈæmɪn/ us/ɪɡzˈæmɪn/
B1
Inglés
~ 1200
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Verbo
B1
action
1
Look at closely for information
To look at something very carefully to learn more about it or find problems.
Patrón de uso:
to examine [something] carefully
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'examine' with 'test' — 'examine' means to look at or check, while 'test' means to try something to see if it works or to measure ability.
Sinónimos
inspect (Often used for physical checking, especially for quality or safety.)
|
study (Focuses more on careful mental attention over time.)
Antónimos
ignore (To deliberately not look at or pay attention to something.)
Colocaciones
examine evidence
|examine details
|examine closely
|examine the situation
|examine thoroughly
Temas
learning
|science
|daily life
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The detective examined the crime scene for clues.
- Please examine the document before you sign it.
- The doctor examined the patient’s leg for signs of injury.
- She examined the painting under a bright light.
- We examined the proposal carefully before making a decision.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The teacher examined the homework.
- He examined the photo closely.
- The doctor examined my arm.
- She examined the box for damage.
- We examined the list of names.
Verbo
B2
action
2
Test knowledge or ability
To give someone a test to see what they know or can do.
Patrón de uso:
to examine [someone] in [a subject]
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'examine' with 'study' — 'study' means to learn, but 'examine' means to test what has been learned.
Sinónimos
test (Most common everyday word; less formal than 'examine'.)
|
assess (More formal; can include broader evaluation beyond tests.)
Antónimos
coach (To teach and prepare someone instead of testing them.)
Colocaciones
examine students
|examine candidates
|examine orally
|examine formally
Temas
education
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The board will examine the applicants in mathematics.
- They examined the pilots on their knowledge of safety procedures.
- The teacher examined the class on last week’s material.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The teacher will examine us in history.
- They will examine the new workers.
- She examined me in English.
- The school will examine all students next week.
Verbo
B1
action
3
Check physical condition closely
To look at something carefully, sometimes touching it, to see its condition.
Patrón de uso:
to examine [object] for [problem/feature]
Sinónimos
check (More general and less formal; can be quick or detailed.)
|
scrutinize (Implies very detailed and critical examination.)
Antónimos
overlook (To fail to notice something when checking.)
Colocaciones
examine goods
|examine machinery
|examine luggage
Temas
daily life
|safety
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Customs officers examined the bags for illegal items.
- She examined the car for scratches before buying it.
- The jeweler examined the diamond under a magnifying glass.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He examined the shoes for holes.
- They examined my bag at the airport.
- The mechanic examined the car engine.
- I examined my phone for damage.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
examine
AFI
GB/ɪɡzˈæmɪn/
US/ɪɡzˈæmɪn/
Sílabas y acento
ex - am - ine (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (am)
Formas de la palabra
Verb
- Base: examine
- 3rd Person Singular: examines
- Present Participle: examining
- Past: examined
Familia de palabras
Forms
examines
verb
examining
verb
examined
verb
Core family
Related words
examinee
noun C1
Negative and opposite forms
unexamined
adjective
Advanced or less common
examinable
adjective
Expresiones
cross-examine
1/kɹˈɔs ɪɡzˈæmɪn/
phrasal verb
Question in court after other lawyer
To ask someone many questions in court after another lawyer has already asked them questions.
Ejemplos
- The defense lawyer will cross-examine the witness tomorrow.
- She was cross-examined by the prosecutor for over an hour.
examine in detail
1/ɪɡzˈæmɪn ˈɪn dˈiteɪl/
fixed phrase
Look at every part carefully
To look closely at all parts of something to understand it well.
Ejemplos
- We will examine in detail how the system works.
- The report examines in detail the causes of the problem.
examine under a microscope
1/ɪɡzˈæmɪn ˈʌndɚ ə mˈaɪkɹoʊskˌoʊp/
fixed phrase
technical
Look at with microscope
To look at something using a microscope so you can see very small details.
Ejemplos
- The scientist examined the bacteria under a microscope.
- We examined the fabric fibers under a microscope.