observe

US /əbˈzɝːv/
UK /əbˈzɝːv/
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1.

observar, notar

to watch carefully the way something happens or the way someone does something, especially in order to learn more about it

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The police observed the suspect's movements.
La policía observó los movimientos del sospechoso.
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Scientists observe how animals behave in their natural habitat.
Los científicos observan cómo se comportan los animales en su hábitat natural.
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2.

observar, comentar

to make a remark about something

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She observed that it was getting late.
Ella observó que se estaba haciendo tarde.
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He observed that the economy was improving.
Él observó que la economía estaba mejorando.
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3.

observar, cumplir

to obey a law, rule, or custom

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You must observe the speed limit.
Debes observar el límite de velocidad.
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They observe strict religious traditions.
Ellos observan estrictas tradiciones religiosas.
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4.

celebrar, conmemorar

to celebrate or acknowledge a holiday or special occasion

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Many cultures observe the New Year with special rituals.
Muchas culturas celebran el Año Nuevo con rituales especiales.
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The company will observe the national holiday.
La empresa observará el feriado nacional.
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