Observations (en. Observations)

/ɔb.zɛʁ.va.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Actions of seeing and recording data.

Weather observations are essential for forecasting the weather.

Les observations météorologiques sont essentielles pour prévoir le temps.

Comments or remarks about a situation.

She made relevant observations during the meeting.

Elle a fait des observations pertinentes lors de la réunion.

Study or analysis of a phenomenon.

This research is based on precise observations of human behaviors.

Cette recherche repose sur des observations précises des comportements humains.

From the Latin 'observatio', meaning 'the act of looking' or 'observation'.

to make observations

To state remarks about something.

faire des observations

field observations

Remarks taken directly at the study site.

observations de terrain

to place under observation

To place someone or something under surveillance.

mettre en observation

to observe

Act of looking; the act of noting something.

observer

observational

Relating to observation; pertaining to observation.

observationnel

observer

A person who observes attentively.

observateur

Humorous comments on a subject.

His observations on fashion trends were really funny.

Ses observations sur les tendances mode étaient vraiment drôles.

Critical and sometimes sarcastic remarks.

He made pointed observations about the latest TV show.

Il a fait des observations piquantes sur la dernière émission de télé.