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.
A polícia observou os movimentos do suspeito.
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Scientists observe how animals behave in their natural habitat.
Cientistas observam como os animais se comportam em seu habitat 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.
Ela observou que estava ficando tarde.
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He observed that the economy was improving.
Ele observou que a economia estava melhorando.
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3.

observar, cumprir

to obey a law, rule, or custom

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You must observe the speed limit.
Você deve observar o limite de velocidade.
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They observe strict religious traditions.
Eles observam tradições religiosas estritas.
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4.

celebrar, comemorar

to celebrate or acknowledge a holiday or special occasion

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Many cultures observe the New Year with special rituals.
Muitas culturas celebram o Ano Novo com rituais especiais.
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The company will observe the national holiday.
A empresa observará o feriado nacional.
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