examining
word · lemma: examine
/ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/
/ɛɡzˈæmɪnɪŋ/
Definition
Looking at something or someone carefully to understand it or find any problems. It is often used for studying or checking details.
Usage & Nuances
'Examining' is more formal than 'looking at.' Common collocations: 'examining evidence,' 'examining a patient.' Often implies detailed and careful inspection. Not usually used for glancing or casual observation.
Spanish: examinar - inspeccionarPortuguese (BR): examinar - analisarPortuguese (PT): examinar - analisarChinese (Simplified): 检查 - 审查Chinese (Traditional): 檢查 - 審查Hindi: जांचना - निरीक्षण करनाArabic: يفحص - يتفحصBengali: পরীক্ষা করা - বিশ্লেষণ করাRussian: изучать - исследовать - осматриватьJapanese: 調べる - 検査するVietnamese: xem xét - kiểm traKorean: 검사하다 - 조사하다Turkish: incelemek - muayene etmekUrdu: جانچنا - معائنہ کرناIndonesian: kiểm tra - xem xét
Example Sentences
The doctor is examining the patient.
basic
She is examining the document for errors.
basic
The police are examining the evidence.
basic
I've been examining the data all night, but I still can't find the problem.
natural
While examining the car, the mechanic found a hidden leak.
natural
People are examining the new policy very closely before making decisions.
natural