精査
To investigate or examine something with great care and attention to detail. It is a higher-level word for 'investigation' often used in audits or research reviews.
Examples
3 of 5会計記録を精査したところ、ミスが見つかった。
After scrutinizing the accounting records, an error was found.
契約書は判をつく前に精査しなさい。
Scrutinize the contract before you stamp it.
ちょっとその計画、精査が必要だね。
That plan needs a little scrutiny.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Sei (refined/minute) + Sa (investigate). Investigating down to the minute details.
Quick Quiz
誤りがないか、計算結果を（ ）した。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 精査
Examples
会計記録を精査したところ、ミスが見つかった。
formalAfter scrutinizing the accounting records, an error was found.
契約書は判をつく前に精査しなさい。
everydayScrutinize the contract before you stamp it.
ちょっとその計画、精査が必要だね。
informalThat plan needs a little scrutiny.
先行研究のデータを精査し、その妥当性を検証した。
academicI scrutinized the data from previous studies and verified its validity.
事実関係を精査した上で、回答を差し上げます。
businessWe will provide an answer after scrutinizing the facts.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
精査を要する
to require scrutiny
事実の精査
scrutiny of facts
再精査
re-scrutiny
Often Confused With
Chosa is general investigation, while Seisa implies a much deeper, detailed, and critical examination.
Usage Notes
Used when searching for errors or verifying truth in documents or data.
Common Mistakes
Too formal for checking simple things like if you have your keys.
Memory Tip
Sei (refined/minute) + Sa (investigate). Investigating down to the minute details.
Word Origin
From Kanji meaning 'refined' and 'investigate'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
誤りがないか、計算結果を（ ）した。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 精査
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
整合性
B1The quality of being logical and consistent, where different parts of an argument or data set agree with each other without contradiction.
包括的
B1Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; wide-ranging and thorough.
裏付け
B1Evidence or support that confirms a theory, statement, or finding; corroboration that makes an argument credible.
概ね
B1For the most part; mostly or generally. Used to indicate that a statement is largely true despite minor exceptions.
論証
B1The process of proving a statement or theory through logical reasoning and the presentation of evidence.
暫定的
B1Not certain or fixed; provisional or temporary. Used for results or plans that may change after more info is gathered.
反論
B1An argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed by another person.
必然的
B1Describes something that is unavoidable, certain to happen, or logically necessary as a result of certain conditions.
主観的
B1Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts.
重要性
B1The state or fact of being of great significance or value.
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