L'observation (en. Observation)

[l‿ɔbzɛʁva.sjɔ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The action of noticing, observing, or noting something.

Observing the stars requires a clear sky.

L'observation des étoiles nécessite un ciel dégagé.

A remark or comment made about something.

His observation about the film was very relevant.

Son observation sur le film était très pertinente.

Data collection through analysis and examination of something.

Observing animal behavior is essential in ethology.

L'observation des comportements animaux est essentielle en éthologie.

Origin of the word: from the Latin 'observatio', meaning 'the action of watching'.

to make an observation

To express a remark or an opinion on a subject.

faire une observation

clinical observation

Systematic and detailed examination of the patient in the medical field.

observation clinique

scientific observation

Methodical approach to collecting data in research.

observation scientifique

observer

The action of looking carefully and analyzing.

observer

observational

Relating to observation, often in science.

observationnel

observer

A person who observes, often in a study context.

observateur

To stare

I stared at this strange phenomenon.

J'ai bliqué sur ce phénomène étrange.

Jackal's gaze

With his jackal's gaze, he observed everything in the room.

Avec son regard de chacal, il a tout observé dans la pièce.