Observamos (en. We observe)

[ob-sehr-vah-mohs]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To look at something attentively to know it better.
We observe the stars at night.
Observamos las estrellas en la noche.
To focus on something to analyze or understand it.
We observe changes in the child's behavior.
Observamos los cambios en el comportamiento del niño.
To make a judgment about something based on the gathered information.
We observe that the meeting became more productive with a clear agenda.
Observamos que la reunión se volvió más productiva con una agenda clara.

Etymology

From Latin 'observare', which means 'to be over' or 'to watch'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

we observe each other
We keep an eye on each other.
nos observamos
changes are observed
Alterations in behavior or the environment are noticeable.
se observan cambios

Related Words

to observe
To see something attentively.
observar
observation
The action of observing.
observación
observer
A person who observes.
observador

Slang Meanings

To take a look
We are going to observe what happens at the party, let's see if there's something interesting.
Vamos a observar lo que sucede en la fiesta, a ver si hay algo interesante.
To glance
She glanced at me when I entered the room.
Ella me observó de reojo cuando entré a la sala.