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How to Say "review" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “review” is “revisión” — use 'revisión' when you need to check or correct something, like a document, a piece of work, or a plan..

revisiónA2

Use 'revisión' when you need to check or correct something, like a document, a piece of work, or a plan.

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críticaA2

Use 'crítica' when referring to an assessment of artistic works like films, books, or plays.

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evaluaciónB1

Choose 'evaluación' for formal assessments of performance, such as a job review or academic appraisal.

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análisisB1

Use 'análisis' for a detailed examination or study, often scientific or medical, to understand something thoroughly.

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inspecciónB1

Use 'inspección' for an official check or examination to ensure rules, safety standards, or quality are met.

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revista🔊B2

Use 'revista' for an official, often security-related, inspection or audit of a place or organization.

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parada🔊B2

Use 'parada' specifically for a formal military inspection or parade.

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revisión

nounA2general
Use 'revisión' when you need to check or correct something, like a document, a piece of work, or a plan.

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' when referring to an assessment of artistic works like films, books, or plays.

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' for formal assessments of performance, such as a job review or academic appraisal.

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, often scientific or medical, to understand something thoroughly.

Examples

El doctor pidió un análisis de sangre urgente.

The doctor ordered an urgent blood test.

inspección

nounB1general
Use 'inspección' for an official check or examination to ensure rules, safety standards, or quality are met.

Examples

El edificio necesita una inspección de seguridad.

The building needs a safety inspection.

revista

reh-VEES-tah/reˈβista/

nounB2formal
Use 'revista' for an official, often security-related, inspection or audit of a place or organization.
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-dah//paˈɾaða/

nounB2formal
Use 'parada' specifically for a formal military inspection or 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 Check vs. Critical Opinion

Learners often confuse 'revisión' (a general check or proofread) with 'crítica' (a critical opinion, usually of art). Remember, 'revisión' is about correctness or updates, while 'crítica' is about judgment and analysis of quality.

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