How to Say "survey" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “survey” is “reconocer” — use 'reconocer' when referring to the action of examining or inspecting something, like a patient or a physical space, as part of a process..
reconocer
/reh-koh-neh-SEHR//re.ko.neˈθeɾ/
Examples
El topógrafo tuvo que reconocer el terreno antes de empezar la construcción.
The surveyor had to survey the land before starting the construction.
El médico tiene que reconocer al paciente antes de dar un diagnóstico.
The doctor has to examine the patient before giving a diagnosis.
Enviaron una patrulla para reconocer la zona fronteriza.
They sent a patrol to survey the border area.
reconocimiento
reh-koh-noh-see-mee-EN-toh/re.ko.no.siˈmjento/
Examples
Se realizó un reconocimiento aéreo del área afectada por el incendio.
An aerial survey of the area affected by the fire was carried out.
El médico ordenó un reconocimiento completo de los pulmones.
The doctor ordered a complete examination of the lungs.
Enviaron un dron para hacer un reconocimiento del terreno antes de avanzar.
They sent a drone for reconnaissance of the terrain before advancing.
Routine Check-up
Mistake: “Using 'chequeo' alone for a full physical.”
Correction: The most professional and common way to refer to a full physical exam is 'reconocimiento médico' or 'chequeo médico.'
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