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    Observa (en. Observe)

    /obˈseɾ.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To perceive something through the senses, especially through sight.
    She observes the stars in the sky.
    Ella observa las estrellas en el cielo.
    To pay attention to a situation or event.
    The teacher observes the behavior of his students.
    El maestro observa el comportamiento de sus alumnos.
    To study or examine a phenomenon or situation to obtain information.
    Scientists observe the weather for years.
    Los científicos observan el clima durante años.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'observare', which means 'to watch, to consider'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    observe from afar
    To look at something without getting close.
    observar de lejos
    observe attentively
    To look very carefully.
    observar atentamente
    not observing rules
    To neglect the established rules.
    no observar normas

    Related Words

    observation
    Action of observing.
    observación
    observer
    Person who observes.
    observador
    observatory
    Place designated for observing.
    observatorio

    Slang Meanings

    To see something without them realizing.
    He stayed observing the kids from the window.
    Se quedó observando a los chicos desde la ventana.
    To gossip or find out about something.
    He is always observing what others do.
    Siempre está observando lo que hacen los demás.