Meaning and Usage
The verb 見直す (みなおす) means "to look over again" or "to review." It is commonly used when checking documents, plans, or one’s own thoughts to find mistakes or improve something. It can also imply reconsidering or changing one’s opinion or approach.
Common Contexts
- Reviewing written materials like reports or contracts.
- Reconsidering personal ideas or strategies.
- Checking details carefully before finalizing something.
Collocations and Patterns
- 見直す + する (e.g., 計画を見直す): to review a plan.
- 自分の考え方を見直す: to reconsider one’s way of thinking.
- 見直してもらう: to have someone else review.
Register and Nuance
見直す is a neutral, commonly used verb suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It often implies a careful or thoughtful re-examination rather than a casual glance.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 見直す with 見る (to see) or 確認する (to confirm). 見直す specifically involves a more thorough review or reconsideration, not just looking or confirming once.