Observar
Example: Eu gosto de observar os pássaros no parque todos os dias.
Definition
"Observar" means to carefully watch or notice something, often in order to gain information or understand it better. For example, observing birds in a park involves paying close attention to their behavior and characteristics.
Etymology
The word "observar" comes from the Latin verb 'observare', which combines 'ob-' meaning 'over' or 'against' with 'servare' meaning 'to keep or watch'. Did you know? The root 'servare' is also behind the English word 'serve', originally meaning to keep or guard.
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