supervise
word
/ˈsupɝˌvaɪz/
/sˈuːpəvˌaɪz/
Definition
To watch over and manage the work or actions of others to make sure they are done correctly.
Usage & Nuances
Formal word, often used in workplaces or schools. Common collocations: 'supervise a project', 'supervise children', 'directly supervise'. It means to oversee rather than to participate. Not interchangeable with 'manage' (more responsibility) or 'monitor' (only observe).
Spanish: supervisarPortuguese (BR): supervisionarPortuguese (PT): supervisionarChinese (Simplified): 监督Chinese (Traditional): 監督Hindi: निरीक्षण करनाArabic: يشرف علىBengali: তত্ত্বাবধান করা - নজরদারি করাRussian: контролировать - надзиратьJapanese: 監督する - 指導するVietnamese: giám sátKorean: 감독하다Turkish: denetlemek - gözetmekUrdu: نگرانی کرنا - نگران رہناIndonesian: mengawasi
Example Sentences
A teacher should supervise exams to prevent cheating.
basic
My boss asked me to supervise the project while she's away.
natural
I supervise three employees at my job.
basic
Please supervise the children while they play outside.
basic
If you don't supervise closely, mistakes can happen easily.
natural
Who will supervise the volunteers during the event?
natural