Verificar (en. Verify)

/beɾifiˈkaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Confirm the accuracy or truth of some information.
It is important to verify the data before publishing it.
Es importante verificar los datos antes de publicarlos.
Examine something carefully to ensure it is correct.
I am going to verify if the document is complete.
Voy a verificar si el documento está completo.
Ensure that something is working properly.
I need to verify that the machine is turned on.
Necesito verificar que la máquina esté encendida.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'verificare', which means 'to make true'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

verify the information
Check if the data is correct.
verificar la información
verify the list
Review the items mentioned in a list.
verificar la lista
verify the ticket
Review the ticket or proof of purchase.
verificar el ticket

Related Words

checking
Action of checking the accuracy of something.
comprobación
confirmation
Action of confirming or validating some information.
confirmación

Slang Meanings

Check
I am going to check if it works well.
Voy a chequear si funciona bien.
Give the approval
I need you to give me the approval before sending this.
Necesito que me des el visto bueno antes de enviar esto.