inspektieren
Inspektieren is a German verb meaning to inspect or examine something carefully and methodically. It is used in contexts where a thorough check or verification is required, such as quality control, safety inspections, audits, or investigations conducted by authorities or professionals.
Etymology and related forms: The verb derives from the Latin inspectare and has entered German through Romance
Usage and nuances: Inspektieren emphasizes a deliberate, standards-based or fault-finding examination. It is often contrasted with
Examples and scope: A technician may inspektieren machinery before operation, an auditor inspektieren financial records for
See also: Inspektion, Inspektor, Inspektionsbericht. Inspektieren sits within a family of terms related to formal examination