detecting
word · lemma: detect
Definition
Finding or discovering something that is hidden or not immediately obvious, often by using special methods or tools.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in technical or scientific contexts (e.g., 'detecting cancer,' 'detecting movement'). Can refer to senses (detecting smells), signals, errors, or even feelings. Usually not used for people directly; use 'notice' or 'find' for people.
Spanish: detectarPortuguese (BR): detectarPortuguese (PT): detectarChinese (Simplified): 检测 - 发现Chinese (Traditional): 檢測 - 發現Hindi: पता लगानाArabic: كشفBengali: সনাক্ত করা - আবিষ্কার করাRussian: обнаружениеJapanese: 検出することVietnamese: phát hiệnKorean: 감지하기 - 탐지하기Turkish: tespit etme - algılamaUrdu: پتہ لگاناIndonesian: mendeteksi
Example Sentences
She is detecting strange sounds in the engine.
basic
The software is great at detecting viruses before they cause problems.
natural
They spent hours detecting tiny changes in the data.
natural
Are you any good at detecting when someone's lying?
natural
The police are detecting illegal activity in the area.
basic
Doctors are detecting early signs of disease.
basic