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    Vigilaba (en. I was watching)

    /bi.xiˈla.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To observe carefully or to be alert to something.
    The mother watched her son while he played in the park.
    La madre vigilaba a su hijo mientras jugaba en el parque.
    To keep guard or control over a situation.
    The soldiers watched the border to prevent infiltrations.
    Los soldados vigilaban la frontera para evitar infiltraciones.
    To look after someone while they sleep or are in a vulnerable situation.
    The nurse watched over the patient during the night.
    El enfermero vigilaba al paciente durante la noche.

    Etymology

    The term comes from the verb 'vigilar', which has Latin roots.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    watched closely
    Was paying close attention.
    vigilaba de cerca
    watched from afar
    Observed without interfering.
    vigilaba desde lejos
    watched the activities
    Was attentive to what was happening.
    vigilaba las actividades

    Related Words

    to watch
    To take care of or observe carefully.
    vigilar
    surveillance
    The act of maintaining constant control or supervision.
    vigilancia

    Slang Meanings

    To be aware of what is happening.
    He is always watching to not miss anything.
    Siempre está vigilando para no perderse nada.
    To be observant.
    That guy is always watching the movements of others.
    Ese tipo siempre está vigilando los movimientos de los demás.