Observar



Example: M'agrada observar els ocells al parc cada matí.

Definition


"Observar" means to watch or look at something carefully and attentively, often to notice details or gather information. For example, in the phrase 'M'agrada observar els ocells al parc cada matí,' it refers to the act of observing birds closely in the park every morning.

Etymology


The word "observar" comes from the Latin verb 'observare,' which combines 'ob-' meaning 'toward' and 'servare,' meaning 'to watch or keep.' Did you know? This root also gives rise to the English word 'observe,' highlighting the shared ancestry between Romance and English vocabulary.

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"Observar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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