Observa (en. Observe)

/ob.zɛʁ.va/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To watch something attentively to understand its details.
He observed the stars in the night sky.
Il observa les étoiles dans le ciel nocturne.
To notify or report something.
She observed that the flowers had started to bloom.
Elle observa que les fleurs avaient commencé à fleurir.
To conduct a study or analysis by watching something.
Scientists observed the behavior of animals in their natural environment.
Les scientifiques ont observé le comportement des animaux en milieu naturel.

Etymology

From Latin 'observare', meaning 'to watch attentively'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

observe nature
To watch attentively the natural elements.
observer la nature
make observations
To take notes or make comments on what is seen.
faire des observations
observe behavior
To watch how someone acts or behaves.
observer le comportement

Related Words

observation
The action of observing.
observation
observer
A person who observes.
observateur
observable
That which can be observed.
observable

Slang Meanings

To watch discreetly
He observed his neighbor without being noticed.
Il a observé son voisin sans se faire remarquer.
To take a quick look
She just observed to see what was happening.
Elle a juste observé pour voir ce qui se passait.