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How to Say "specifies" in Spanish

The Spanish word forspecifiesis precisaB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
verbB1
when someone defines or clarifies something
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Examples

El paciente precisa atención inmediata.

The patient needs immediate attention.

Ella precisa los detalles del contrato.

She specifies the details of the contract.

The 'He/She' Form

'Precisa' is the form used for 'he', 'she', 'it', or 'you (formal)' in the present tense.

Precisa vs. Necesita

Mistake:Using 'precisa' only for 'exactness'.

Correction: Remember that 'precisa' can also mean 'he/she needs', especially in formal contexts like medical or legal settings.

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