Observation (en. Observation)

[ob-zɛʁ-va-sjɔ̃]

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Act of perceiving or noting facts, elements.

Observing stars is a passion for many astronomers.

L'observation des étoiles est une passion pour beaucoup d'astronomes.

Remark or comment based on a perception.

She made a relevant observation during the meeting.

Elle a fait une observation pertinente lors de la réunion.

Monitoring of a phenomenon or an object.

The observation of animal behaviors in their natural habitat was fascinating.

L'observation des comportements des animaux dans leur habitat naturel a été fascinante.

From Latin 'observationem', meaning 'action of looking, observing'.

to make an observation

To mention or raise a point of attention.

faire une observation

attentive observation

Action of observing carefully and meticulously.

observation attentive

scientific observation

Systematic and methodical study of a phenomenon.

observation scientifique

observer

Action of looking attentively.

observer

Person who makes observations.

observateur

observational

Related to observation.

observationnel

Critical regard or judgment.

He gave his observation on the project.

Il a donné son observation sur le projet.

Quick comment.

It was just a passing observation.

C'était juste une observation en passant.