How Do You Spell INSPECT?

Pronunciation: [ɪnspˈɛkt] (IPA)

The word "inspect" is spelled with the letters i-n-s-p-e-c-t. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced /ɪnˈspɛkt/. The first syllable, "in," is pronounced with a short "i" sound, while the second syllable, "spect," is pronounced with a "eh" sound followed by a "t" sound. The stress falls on the second syllable. This word means to examine something carefully or thoroughly, and is commonly used in contexts such as inspection of a building or inspection of a car for safety purposes.

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INSPECT Meaning and Definition

  1. Inspect, verb:

    The act of examining something closely or thoroughly in order to assess its condition, quality, or compliance with certain standards or regulations. This process typically involves a careful and systematic observation, investigation, or review of an object, place, or situation.

    When one inspects something, they go beyond a cursory glance and instead scrutinize the details and aspects of the subject matter. The purpose is to identify any defects, concerns, or potential issues that may need attention, improvement, or correction.

    Inspections can be carried out in various contexts, including but not limited to, industrial, manufacturing, construction, medical, or regulatory fields. These inspections may involve visual observation, measurement, testing, documentation, or other forms of evaluation to ensure compliance with established guidelines, specifications, or legal requirements.

    These evaluations can be performed by trained specialists, inspectors, or authorized personnel, who possess the necessary expertise and knowledge to identify and analyze relevant information. Depending on the nature of the inspection, specialized equipment or instruments may be utilized to aid in the process.

    The outcome of an inspection can determine the suitability, safety, efficiency, or compliance of the subject matter. It may lead to recommendations for improvement, repair, maintenance, or replacement, ensuring that the inspected object, place, or situation meets the desired standards or criteria.

  2. To examine by means of the sight.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. To view or oversee for the purpose of examination or correction of errors; to look into and examine; to superintend.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of INSPECT

The word inspect originated from the Latin word inspectare, which is a combination of in (meaning into) and spectare (meaning to look at). The word inspectare evolved into the Latin word inspectus, which means to look closely at or to examine. The Old French word inspecter and Middle English word inspecten were derived from Latin and eventually transformed into the modern English word inspect.

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Conjugate verb Inspect

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have inspected
you would have inspected
he/she/it would have inspected
we would have inspected
they would have inspected
I would have inspect
you would have inspect
he/she/it would have inspect
we would have inspect
they would have inspect

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been inspecting
you would have been inspecting
he/she/it would have been inspecting
we would have been inspecting
they would have been inspecting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would inspect
you would inspect
he/she/it would inspect
we would inspect
they would inspect

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be inspecting
you would be inspecting
he/she/it would be inspecting
we would be inspecting
they would be inspecting

FUTURE

I will inspect
you will inspect
he/she/it will inspect
we will inspect
they will inspect

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be inspecting
you will be inspecting
he/she/it will be inspecting
we will be inspecting
they will be inspecting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have inspected
you will have inspected
he/she/it will have inspected
we will have inspected
they will have inspected

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been inspecting
you will have been inspecting
he/she/it will have been inspecting
we will have been inspecting
they will have been inspecting

IMPERATIVE

you inspect
we let´s inspect

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to inspect

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was inspecting
you were inspecting
he/she/it was inspecting
we were inspecting
they were inspecting

PAST PARTICIPLE

inspected

PAST PERFECT

I had inspected
you had inspected
he/she/it had inspected
we had inspected
they had inspected

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been inspecting
you had been inspecting
he/she/it had been inspecting
we had been inspecting
they had been inspecting

PRESENT

I inspect
you inspect
he/she/it inspects
we inspect
they inspect

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am inspecting
you are inspecting
he/she/it is inspecting
we are inspecting
they are inspecting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

inspecting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have inspected
you have inspected
he/she/it has inspected
we have inspected
they have inspected

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been inspecting
you have been inspecting
he/she/it has been inspecting
we have been inspecting
they have been inspecting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it inspect

SIMPLE PAST

I inspected
you inspected
he/she/it inspected
we inspected
they inspected

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