Cool MateMeaning of Inspect
to look closely at something/somebody, especially to check that everything is as it should be
In simple words: To look at something carefully to learn more about it.
Inspect in a sentence
- The teacher walked around inspecting their work.
- Make sure you inspect the goods before signing for them.
- The plants are regularly inspected for disease.
- He inspected the water tank carefully for cracks.
- The first step is to visually inspect the ground, looking for rocks and lumps.
- Public health officials were called in to inspect the premises.
- The Tourist Board inspects all recommended hotels at least once a year.
How to use Inspect
Use 'inspect' when examining objects, processes, or situations closely. More formal than 'look at'. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words like 'check out' or 'look' are more common.
Grammar pattern
inspect + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'spectator' using a 'magnifying glass' to get a close look.
Related words
Collocations with Inspect
- carefully
- closely
- thoroughly
- allow somebody to
- be entitled to
- for
- carefully
- closely
- thoroughly
- allow somebody to
- be entitled to
- for
Synonyms for Inspect
Common mistakes with Inspect
- 'Inspect' is often confused with 'expect', leading to incorrect use.
- 'Inspect' is sometimes misused as a noun; it's only a verb.
- Learners might forget to use an object with 'inspect'.
Inspect appears in
Inspect in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تفقد
أن تنظر إلى شيء بعناية لمعرفة المزيد عنه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পরিদর্শন করা
কোনো জিনিস ভালোভাবে দেখা যাতে সে সম্পর্কে আরও জানা যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Inspizieren, untersuchen
Etwas genau ansehen, um mehr darüber zu erfahren.
- SpanishEspañol
Inspeccionar
Mirar algo con atención para saber más sobre ello.
- Persianفارسی
بازرسی کردن، وارسی کردن
به چیزی با دقت نگاه کردن تا اطلاعات بیشتری در مورد آن به دست آوری.
- FrenchFrançais
Inspecter
Regarder quelque chose attentivement pour en savoir plus.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जाँचना, निरीक्षण करना
किसी चीज़ को ध्यान से देखना ताकि उसके बारे में ज़्यादा जान सकें।
- ItalianItaliano
Ispezionare, Controllare
Guardare qualcosa attentamente per saperne di più.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Inspecionar
Olhar algo com atenção para saber mais sobre isso.
- RussianРусский
осмотреть, проверить
Внимательно посмотреть на что-то, чтобы узнать о нем больше.
- Urduاردو
معائنہ کرنا، جانچنا
کسی چیز کے بارے میں مزید جاننے کے لیے اسے احتیاط سے دیکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
检查, 视察, 审视
仔细看看某样东西，以便更多地了解它。
More words like Inspect
- Examine
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Inspect
What does Inspect mean?
To look at something carefully to learn more about it.
What is the definition of Inspect?
to look closely at something/somebody, especially to check that everything is as it should be
How do you use Inspect in a sentence?
The teacher walked around inspecting their work.
Can you give another example of Inspect?
Make sure you inspect the goods before signing for them.
What are synonyms for Inspect?
Common alternatives include examine.
What is the opposite of Inspect?
Opposite meanings include ignore, overlook, neglect.
What words go with Inspect?
It commonly pairs with carefully, closely, thoroughly, allow somebody to, be entitled to, for, carefully, closely, thoroughly, allow somebody to, be entitled to, for.
What are common mistakes when using Inspect?
'Inspect' is often confused with 'expect', leading to incorrect use. 'Inspect' is sometimes misused as a noun; it's only a verb. Learners might forget to use an object with 'inspect'.
How do you pronounce Inspect?
US: /["/ɪnˈspekt/","/ɪnˈspekts/","/ɪnˈspektɪd/","/ɪnˈspektɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈspekt/","/ɪnˈspekts/","/ɪnˈspektɪd/","/ɪnˈspektɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Inspect?
Use 'inspect' when examining objects, processes, or situations closely. More formal than 'look at'. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words like 'check out' or 'look' are more common.
What CEFR level is Inspect?
"Inspect" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.