How to Pronounce "observing"
word
/əbˈzɝvɪŋ/
uhb-ZUR-ving
/ɒbzˈɜːvɪŋ/
ob-ZUR-ving
Definition
Watching something or someone carefully, often to learn, understand, or gather information. It can also mean following rules or customs.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əbˈzɝvɪŋ/
British English
/ɒbzˈɜːvɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhb-ZUR-ving
UK
ob-ZUR-ving
Listen in Context
The students are observing the stars through a telescope.
She is observing the birds in the park.
We are observing the rules during the experiment.
I've been observing how my cat behaves at night—it's fascinating.