observe in German
observe in German is beobachten, beachten, halten — observe means to watch someone or something carefully.
observe in German
beobachten
(transitive) To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).
beachten
(transitive) To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).
halten
(transitive) To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).
bemerken
(intransitive) To comment on something; to make an observation.
What does "observe" mean?
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verb To watch someone or something carefully.
"Birdwatchers sat quietly to observe the owls leaving their nest at dusk."
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verb To follow or comply with a rule, custom, or celebration.
"Drivers must observe the speed limit near the school."
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verb To make a remark or comment.
""The soup is rather salty," the guest observed with a small smile."
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observe in a sentence
- Birdwatchers sat quietly to observe the owls leaving their nest at dusk.
- Scientists observed the animals' behaviour for months.
- Drivers must observe the speed limit near the school.
- In our house, we observe a quiet hour after lunch every Sunday.
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What is "observe" in German?
"observe" in German is beobachten, beachten, halten. observe means: To watch someone or something carefully.
How do you use "observe" in a sentence?
Example: "Birdwatchers sat quietly to observe the owls leaving their nest at dusk." In German, "observe" is beobachten, beachten, halten.
Are there other ways to say "observe" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "observe": beobachten, beachten, halten, bemerken.
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