Cool MateAnalyse vs Examine
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Analyse
Top 2,000 (common)B1verb
Examine
Top 2,000 (common)B1verb
| Analyse | Examine | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈænəlaɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzd/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈænəlaɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzd/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪŋ/"]/ | 🇬🇧 /["/ɪɡˈzæmɪn/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnz/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnd/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪɡˈzæmɪn/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnz/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnd/","/ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/"]/ |
| Meaning | To look closely at something to understand it better. | to look at something carefully to learn more about it |
| Example | The job involves collecting and **analysing data**. | The doctor will examine your health thoroughly during the check-up. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 2,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | B1 | B1 |
| Part of speech | verb | verb |
| Collocations | carefully, critically, fully, attempt to, try to, be difficult to | carefully, closely, in detail, aim to, attempt to, be designed to, for, let us examine…, carefully, closely, in detail, aim to, attempt to, be designed to, for, let us examine… |
| Antonyms | synthesize, ignore | ignore, overlook, neglect |
| Common mistakes | Confusing 'analyse' with 'analysis', which is a noun., Using incorrect spelling variations, especially in American English., Overusing the term in informal contexts where simpler words would work better. | Confused with 'inspect' — 'examine' is broader than just checking for flaws., Misusing the tense — should use 'examined' for past actions, not 'examine'., Incorrect prepositions — do not say 'examine to' but 'examine for' in some contexts. |
| Usage notes | Use 'analyse' in academic or professional contexts. Avoid in casual conversation; 'analyze' is more commonly used in American English. | Use 'examine' in formal contexts like academic writing or professional discussions. It may sound out of place in casual conversations, where 'look at' might be preferred. |
Frequently asked questions: Analyse vs Examine
What's the difference between Analyse and Examine?
Analyse: To look closely at something to understand it better. Examine: to look at something carefully to learn more about it
Are Analyse and Examine the same CEFR level?
Analyse: B1, Examine: B1 on the CEFR scale.
What part of speech are Analyse and Examine?
Analyse: verb, Examine: verb.
Can you show an example of each?
Analyse: The job involves collecting and **analysing data**. Examine: The doctor will examine your health thoroughly during the check-up.
Can I use Analyse and Examine interchangeably?
Not always. Analyse and Examine are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.