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How to Say "review" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word forreviewis revisiónuse 'revisión' when you are checking or examining something to correct errors or update it, like a document, a plan, or a piece of work.

revisiónA2

Use 'revisión' when you are checking or examining something to correct errors or update it, like a document, a plan, or a piece of work.

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críticaA2

Use 'crítica' specifically for a written or spoken evaluation of a creative work like a book, film, play, or restaurant.

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evaluaciónB1

Choose 'evaluación' when referring to a formal assessment of performance, quality, or value, such as a job review or a student's grade.

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análisisB1

Use 'análisis' for a detailed examination or study of something to understand its components or nature, often in a scientific or technical context.

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valoraciónB1

Use 'valoración' when expressing an opinion, judgment, or estimate of worth or quality, often seen in ratings or subjective assessments.

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balance🔊B1

Use 'balance' when you are looking back over a period to assess achievements, results, or the overall situation.

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inspecciónB1

Use 'inspección' for an official or formal examination to check for compliance with rules or standards, like a safety check.

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revista🔊B2

Use 'revista' for a formal, often official, inspection or audit, particularly in military or security contexts.

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parada🔊B2

Use 'parada' for a formal military inspection or ceremony, often involving troops on parade.

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English → Spanish

revisión

nounA2general
Use 'revisión' when you are checking or examining something to correct errors or update it, like a document, a plan, or a piece of work.

Examples

Necesito una revisión final de mi tesis antes de entregarla.

I need a final review of my thesis before handing it in.

crítica

nounA2general
Use 'crítica' specifically for a written or spoken evaluation of a creative work like a book, film, play, or restaurant.

Examples

Leí una crítica excelente de la nueva película de terror.

I read an excellent review of the new horror movie.

evaluación

nounB1general
Choose 'evaluación' when referring to a formal assessment of performance, quality, or value, such as a job review or a student's grade.

Examples

La evaluación del profesor fue muy justa.

The teacher's evaluation was very fair.

análisis

nounB1general
Use 'análisis' for a detailed examination or study of something to understand its components or nature, often in a scientific or technical context.

Examples

El doctor pidió un análisis de sangre urgente.

The doctor ordered an urgent blood test.

valoración

nounB1general
Use 'valoración' when expressing an opinion, judgment, or estimate of worth or quality, often seen in ratings or subjective assessments.

Examples

Tu valoración de la película fue muy interesante.

Your review of the movie was very interesting.

balance

bah-LAHN-sehbaˈlanse

nounB1general
Use 'balance' when you are looking back over a period to assess achievements, results, or the overall situation.
A person standing on a mountain peak looking at a winding path below through a magnifying glass.

Examples

Al final del año, siempre hacemos un balance de lo bueno y lo malo.

At the end of the year, we always do a review of the good and the bad.

El balance de la reunión fue muy positivo para el equipo.

The overall assessment of the meeting was very positive for the team.

Es necesario hacer un balance antes de tomar una decisión importante.

It is necessary to take stock before making an important decision.

Using the verb 'hacer'

Unlike English where you 'take' stock, in Spanish you 'make' (hacer) a balance to review a situation.

Always Masculine

This word is always 'el balance,' even when talking about abstract ideas or feelings.

Physical Balance Confusion

Mistake:Usar 'balance' para no caerse (e.g., *Perdí mi balance).

Correction: Use 'equilibrio' for physical stability. Say 'Perdí mi equilibrio' instead.

inspección

nounB1formal
Use 'inspección' for an official or formal examination to check for compliance with rules or standards, like a safety check.

Examples

El edificio necesita una inspección de seguridad.

The building needs a safety inspection.

revista

reh-VEES-tahreˈβista

nounB2formal
Use 'revista' for a formal, often official, inspection or audit, particularly in military or security contexts.
A cartoon figure wearing professional attire, holding a large magnifying glass and closely examining a small, simple mechanical object on a workbench, symbolizing an inspection.

Examples

El director ordenó una revista de seguridad de todas las instalaciones.

The director ordered a security inspection of all the facilities.

Hicimos la revista de las cuentas antes de la reunión anual.

We did the review of the accounts before the annual meeting.

Action vs. Object

This definition refers to the act of checking something. If you use it with the verb 'hacer' (to do/make), it means 'to perform an inspection'.

parada

pah-RAH-dahpaˈɾaða

nounB2formal
Use 'parada' for a formal military inspection or ceremony, often involving troops on parade.
A colorful illustration of a festive procession with figures marching and holding musical instruments and flags.

Examples

Cada año hay una gran parada militar para celebrar el Día Nacional.

Every year there is a large military parade to celebrate National Day.

La parada de la banda fue muy impresionante.

The band's parade was very impressive.

Using 'Parada' for all Parades

Mistake:Using 'parada' for a general, festive parade (like a Carnival parade).

Correction: While 'parada' is technically correct, 'desfile' is much more common for non-military, festive processions (e.g., 'desfile de carnaval').

General vs. Specific 'Review'

Learners often confuse 'revisión' and 'evaluación'. Remember that 'revisión' is for checking and correcting, like proofreading a document, while 'evaluación' is for assessing quality or performance, like a job appraisal.

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