investigaciones
“investigaciones” means “investigations” in Spanish (legal or forensic inquiries).
investigations, research
Also: inquiries, studies
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Las investigaciones policiales revelaron nuevos datos.
B1The police investigations revealed new data.
El equipo médico ha publicado diez investigaciones este año.
B2The medical team has published ten research studies this year.
Necesitamos más fondos para continuar con nuestras investigaciones.
B1We need more funding to continue with our research (studies).
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Quick Quiz: investigaciones
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'investigaciones' to talk about multiple scientific projects?
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The word comes from the Latin verb *investigare*, which literally meant 'to track' or 'to search into' something by following footprints (*vestigium*). It keeps that original sense of systematically looking for clues.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'investigación' and 'investigaciones'?
'Investigación' is the singular form (one study, or the general concept of research). 'Investigaciones' is the plural form and is used when you are talking about several different studies, inquiries, or projects.
Can 'investigaciones' refer to police work?
Yes, absolutely. It is very common to hear 'investigaciones policiales' (police investigations) when referring to the steps the police take to solve a crime.