B1verb2K

Analyse

UK /["/ˈænəlaɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzd/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈænəlaɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪz/","/ˈænəlaɪzd/","/ˈænəlaɪzɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to examine the nature or structure of something, especially by separating it into its parts, in order to understand or explain it

In simple words: To look closely at something to understand it better.

Examples

The job involves collecting and **analysing data**.
Researchers have analysed the results in detail using specialist software.
Learn to step back and critically analyse situations.
He tried to analyse his feelings.
The first step is to define and analyse the problem.
The water samples will be analysed for the presence of polluting chemicals.
We need to analyse what went wrong.

Usage notes

Use 'analyse' in academic or professional contexts. Avoid in casual conversation; 'analyze' is more commonly used in American English.

Grammar pattern

analyse + object

Memory hint

Remember 'anal' in analyse — think of being very precise and careful, like an analyst.

Collocations

carefully
critically
fully
attempt to
try to
be difficult to

Synonyms

examine
evaluate
assess
inspect
study

Antonyms

synthesize
ignore

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.