Überwachen
Example: Die Sicherheitsfirma überwacht das Gebäude rund um die Uhr.
Definition
"Überwachen" means to carefully observe or monitor a place, person, or activity continuously, often to ensure safety, security, or proper functioning. For example, a security company might "überwachen" a building around the clock to prevent unauthorized access or incidents.
Etymology
The German verb "überwachen" comes from the prefix "über-" meaning 'over' or 'above' and the verb "wachen," meaning 'to watch' or 'to be awake.' So, "überwachen" literally means 'to watch over.' Did you know? The root "wachen" is related to the English word 'watch,' highlighting their common Germanic origins.
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"Überwachen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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