supervisar
“supervisar” means “to supervise” in Spanish (managing people or work).
to superviseAlso: to oversee, to monitor
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Mi jefe supervisa mi trabajo todos los días.
A2My boss supervises my work every day.
Es importante supervisar a los niños cuando están en la piscina.
B1It is important to supervise the children when they are in the pool.
Ella fue contratada para supervisar la construcción del nuevo puente.
B2She was hired to oversee the construction of the new bridge.
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Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
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Which sentence correctly uses the word 'supervisar'?
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📚 Etymology
From the Latin 'super' (over) and 'videre' (to see). It literally means to look at something from above to ensure it is correct.
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'vigilar' and 'supervisar'?
'Vigilar' is more about guarding or watching for danger, while 'supervisar' is about management and ensuring quality.
Is 'supervisar' a formal word?
It is neutral but very common in formal or professional settings like offices or schools.
Does it have irregular forms?
No, it is a perfectly regular -ar verb, so it follows all the standard conjugation rules.