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    Observateurs (en. Observers)

    /ob.zɛʁ.va.tœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person who carefully watches a situation or event.
    The observers noted changes in animal behavior.
    Les observateurs ont noté les changements dans le comportement des animaux.
    An individual designated to analyze and take notes on an event.
    International observers monitor the elections.
    Les observateurs internationaux surveillent les élections.
    A person who analyzes scientific data.
    Weather observers report essential information for storm forecasting.
    Les observateurs de la météo rapportent des informations essentielles pour la prévision des tempêtes.

    Etymology

    From the French 'observer' with the suffix '-teur', indicating a person who performs the action of observing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the perceptive observers
    People who make an informed judgment about a situation.
    les observateurs avisés
    to observe a situation
    To closely monitor an event or behavior.
    observer une situation
    to be in observation mode
    To adopt an attitude of listening and attentive observation.
    être en mode d'observation

    Related Words

    observe
    The act of watching closely.
    observer
    observation
    The act of carefully noting what happens.
    observation
    surveillance
    The act of watching over someone or something.
    surveillance
    listening
    The act of paying attention to sounds or words.
    écoute

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who “sneaks a peek” at everyone.
    He is so observant that he seems like a real paparazzi.
    Il est tellement observateur qu'on dirait un vrai paparazzi.
    A silent observer.
    She stays back, like a silent observer during meetings.
    Elle reste en retrait, comme un observateur silencieux lors des réunions.