Observó (en. Observed)
/obserˈβo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To capture something through sight.
She observed how the birds flew in the sky.
Ella observó cómo los pájaros volaban en el cielo.
To pay attention to details or behaviors.
The teacher observed the students' behavior during class.
El profesor observó el comportamiento de los estudiantes durante la clase.
To be attentive to something or someone.
The scientist observed the natural phenomenon with great interest.
El científico observó el fenómeno natural con gran interés.
Etymology
From Latin 'observare', which means 'to look attentively'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to observe carefully
To pay special attention to what is seen.
observar con atención
to observe a phenomenon
To study or analyze a specific event that occurs.
observar un fenómeno
to observe from a distance
To look at something without directly involving oneself.
observar desde lejos
Related Words
observation
Action of observing.
observación
observer
Person who observes.
observador
observatory
Place to carry out observations, especially astronomical ones.
observatorio
Slang Meanings
To take a glance
I'm going to take a glance at the report before the meeting.
Voy a echar una ojeada al informe antes de la reunión.
To take a look
Can you take a look at this presentation?
¿Puedes echar un vistazo a esta presentación?