observe — to watch carefully; to notice or perceive
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to watch carefully; to notice or perceive
Pronunciation (IPA): /əbˈzɜːrv/
Korean meaning: 관찰하다, 지켜보다
Korean pronunciation: 업-저브 (강세: 저브)
Example Sentences
- The detective observed the suspect eating pizza with a fork and immediately knew he was the criminal.
- Students must observe silence during the exam period.
- She observed that her cat was plotting world domination again.
observe
VERB//əbˈzɜːrv//
to watch carefully; to notice or perceive

A scientist carefully observes microscopic specimens in her laboratory
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Origin
From Latin 'observare', composed of 'ob-' (toward) and 'servare' (to watch, keep, or guard). The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
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“The detective observed the suspect eating pizza with a fork and immediately knew he was the criminal.”
“Students must observe silence during the exam period.”
“She observed that her cat was plotting world domination again.”
“The scientist will observe the eclipse through special equipment.”
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