observer
word
/əbˈzɝvɝ/
uhb-ZUR-vur
/ɒbzˈɜːvɐ/
uhb-ZUR-vuh
Definition
An observer is a person who watches or notices something, often without taking part, like during an event or experiment.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly a formal or neutral noun. Common in science ('independent observer'), sports, law, and politics ('international observer'). Not always the same as 'spectator' (who is usually at an event), as 'observer' can be more analytical or official.
Spanish: observador - espectadorPortuguese (BR): observador - espectadorPortuguese (PT): observador - espectadorChinese (Simplified): 观察者 - 旁观者Chinese (Traditional): 觀察者 - 旁觀者Hindi: प्रेक्षक - पर्यवेक्षकArabic: مراقب - مشاهدBengali: পর্যবেক্ষকRussian: наблюдательJapanese: 観察者Vietnamese: người quan sátKorean: 관찰자Turkish: gözlemciUrdu: نگران - مبصرIndonesian: pengamat
Example Sentences
The observer watched the birds from a distance.
basic
Each observer wrote down what they saw in the experiment.
basic
There was an official observer at the meeting.
basic
As an observer, you should not get involved in the discussion.
natural
The game will have a neutral observer to ensure fairness.
natural
Sometimes it helps to just be an observer and listen before speaking.
natural