chequear
“chequear” means “to check” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to check
Also: to verify, to look over
📝 In Action
Dame un minuto, tengo que chequear mi correo.
A1Give me a minute, I have to check my email.
Por favor, chequea si la puerta está cerrada.
A2Please, check if the door is closed.
El mecánico chequeó los frenos del coche.
B1The mechanic checked the car's brakes.
to examine
Also: to screen
📝 In Action
El doctor me chequeó la presión arterial.
A2The doctor checked my blood pressure.
Es importante chequearse una vez al año.
B1It is important to get a check-up once a year.
Están chequeando todo el equipaje en la aduana.
B2They are screening all the luggage at customs.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: chequear
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How would you ask a friend to check their phone in a natural Latin American way?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Borrowed from the English verb 'to check', which originally comes from a chess term (Shah) meaning the king is under threat.
First recorded: 20th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'chequear' a real Spanish word?
Yes! It is recognized by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), though it notes it is a borrowing from English and is most common in the Americas.
Can I use 'chequear' for 'check-in' at an airport?
Yes, in many Latin American countries, you can say 'chequear las maletas' or 'chequearse' for the check-in process.
What's the difference between 'chequear' and 'revisar'?
They are mostly interchangeable. 'Revisar' feels slightly more formal and is used everywhere, while 'chequear' is more informal and regional.