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revisión means review — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: November 6, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

revisión

noun • /[reh-vee-SYON]/

review

Example:

Hicimos una revisión exhaustiva.

We did a thorough review.

🧠 What does revisión mean?

A careful examination or inspection of something to check for correctness, make improvements, or verify its condition. It can refer to the proofreading of a text, a study session before an exam, a medical check-up, or a technical inspection of a vehicle or machine.

📚 Extra examples

  • El profesor sugirió una revisión final del ensayo antes de entregarlo.
    The professor suggested a final review of the essay before submitting it.
  • Tengo que llevar el coche al taller para la revisión anual.
    I have to take the car to the workshop for its annual inspection.
  • La abogada está haciendo una revisión detallada del contrato.
    The lawyer is conducting a detailed review of the contract.

💡 Did You Know?

A key distinction for learners is between 'revisión' and 'reseña'. Use 'revisión' for checking or inspecting something for accuracy (like a paper or a car engine). Use 'reseña' or 'crítica' for a published review that expresses an opinion (like a book or film review).

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "revisión"

Synonyms: inspección, examen, comprobación, repaso, análisis
Opposites: descuido, omisión, negligencia, aprobación inicial

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'review' in Spanish?
The most common translation is 'revisión', used for an inspection, check-up, or academic proofreading. For a critical review, like that of a book or movie, the words 'reseña' or 'crítica' are more appropriate.
How do you pronounce 'revisión' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is /re.βiˈsjon/. The 'v' is pronounced softly, similar to a 'b' sound, and the stress falls on the final syllable, 'sión'.
How do you use 'revisión' in a sentence?
An example is: 'Antes del examen, es útil hacer una última revisión de los apuntes.' This means, 'Before the exam, it's helpful to do a final review of the notes.'
What is the English translation of 'revisión'?
The primary English translation is 'review'. Depending on the context, it can also mean 'inspection', 'check-up', 'overhaul', or 'revision'.
Does 'revisión' change for gender or number?
'Revisión' is a feminine noun, so it uses feminine articles like 'la' or 'una'. Its plural form is 'revisiones'. For example, 'Las revisiones del documento tomaron varias horas.'
Is 'revisión' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, it is a very common word in academic, professional, medical, and technical contexts, such as 'revisión médica' (medical check-up) or 'revisión de un texto' (review of a text).
Does 'revisión' have slang or double meanings?
'Revisión' does not have any common slang or secondary meanings. It is used consistently to mean an act of examining something again.
Is 'revisión' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the use and meaning of 'revisión' are consistent across all major Spanish-speaking regions. There are no significant regional variations.

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