Supervises Meaning in English

word · lemma: supervise

US

ˈsupɝˌvaɪzɪz

SOO-per-vy-ziz

UK

sˈuːpəvˌaɪzɪz

SOO-puh-vy-ziz

Definition

To watch over people or work to make sure everything is done correctly and safely. Often used for managers, teachers, or leaders overseeing others.

Usage & Nuances

Formal or workplace context. Often appears with roles: 'supervises a team', 'supervises students'. Not as strong as 'manages'—about watching/overseeing, not full control. Don't confuse with 'advises'.

• Spanish: supervisa
• Portuguese (BR): supervisiona
• Portuguese (PT): supervisiona
• Chinese (Simplified): 监督
• Chinese (Traditional): 監督
• Hindi: निरीक्षण करता है
• Arabic: يُشرف
• Bengali: পর্যবেক্ষণ করে - তত্ত্বাবধান করে
• Russian: наблюдает - контролирует
• Japanese: 監督する
• Vietnamese: giám sát
• Korean: 감독하다
• Turkish: denetler - gözetir
• Urdu: نگرانی کرتی ہے - نگرانی کرتا ہے
• Indonesian: mengawasi - membimbing

Example Sentences

She supervises the children during lunch.

basic

The manager supervises ten employees.

basic

He supervises the construction site every morning.

basic

Karen supervises interns so they learn the job properly.

natural

The chef supervises all the dishes that leave the kitchen.

natural

She supervises but doesn't actually do the work herself.

natural