考察 Simplified/traditional word 考察 English definition kǎo chá to inspect to observe and study on-the-spot investigation HSK level HSK 6 Characters 考 (kǎo): to check; to verify; to test; to examine; to take an exam; to take an entrance exam for; deceased father; 察 (chá): to examine; to inquire; to observe; to inspect; to look into; obvious; clearly evident;