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How to Say "examines" in Spanish

The Spanish word forexaminesis revisaA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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revisa

VerbA1
He/She examines
A friendly character wearing an apron carefully inspects a bright red apple, turning it over to check for any imperfections.

Examples

El profesor siempre revisa los ensayos cuidadosamente.

The professor always checks the essays carefully.

Usted revisa el contrato antes de firmarlo, ¿verdad?

You review the contract before signing it, right?

¡Revisa tu correo; te envié los detalles!

Check your email; I sent you the details!

Dual Function of 'Revisa'

'Revisa' is used both as a statement ('He/She/You checks') and as an informal command ('Check!'). You figure out which one it is based on the context and punctuation.

Forgetting the 'You' Form

Mistake:Using 'revisa' only for 'he' or 'she'.

Correction: 'Revisa' is also the formal 'you' (usted) form: 'Usted revisa el informe' (You review the report).

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