observer
gb/əbzˈɚvɚ/ us/əbzˈɚvɚ/
B1
English
~ 3000
megfigyelő, néző, szemlélő, hivatalos megfigyelő, jó megfigyelő, éles szemű megfigyelő
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] is an observer at [event]
The observers took detailed notes during the experiment.
A megfigyelők részletes jegyzeteket készítettek a kísérlet során.
As an observer at the trial, she was not allowed to speak.
A tárgyaláson megfigyelőként volt jelen, ezért nem szólalhatott fel.
Several international observers monitored the election process.
From his position on the hill, he was merely an observer to the battle.
The teacher asked one student to act as an observer during the group activity.
Learner examples
I was an observer at the football game.
A focimeccsen néző voltam.
She is an observer in the science class.
A természettudományos órán megfigyelőként van jelen.
The observer did not talk during the meeting.
He worked as an observer for the news team.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'observer' with 'observatory', which is a building for watching stars.
Meaning
person watching an event
Collocations
casual observer
|independent observer
|outside observer
|political observer
|keen observer
Synonyms
spectator (Often used for people watching sports or entertainment events.)
|
onlooker (Suggests watching something happening in public, often unexpectedly.)
Antonyms
participant (Someone who takes part in the event rather than just watching.)
Themes
daily life
|sports
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Someone who looks at or watches something but does not join in.
A person who watches or monitors an event, situation, or activity without directly participating.
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
2
United Nations observers were sent to oversee the ceasefire.
ENSZ-megfigyelőket küldtek a tűzszünet betartásának ellenőrzésére.
The government invited foreign observers to ensure a fair vote.
A kormány külföldi megfigyelőket hívott meg a szavazás tisztaságának biztosítása érdekében.
Military observers recorded troop movements along the border.
An independent observer confirmed the results of the survey.
Learner examples
The UN sent observers to watch the peace talks.
Az ENSZ megfigyelőket küldött a béketárgyalások figyelemmel kísérésére.
Election observers came from many countries.
Választási megfigyelők sok országból érkeztek.
The observer wrote a report about the meeting.
Meaning
official monitor or inspector
Collocations
UN observer
|election observer
|military observer
|international observer
Synonyms
inspector (More focused on checking for compliance or problems.)
|
monitor (Emphasizes ongoing observation and recording of information.)
Antonyms
actor (In this context, someone who plays an active role instead of just monitoring.)
Themes
politics
|military
|science
|work
Definition
A person whose job is to watch and check what happens and give a report.
A person whose official role is to monitor, assess, and report on events, activities, or conditions.
NOUN
B2
3
She is a keen observer of human behavior.
Éles szemű megfigyelője az emberi viselkedésnek.
Only a careful observer would notice the subtle changes in his mood.
Csak egy éles szemű megfigyelő venné észre a hangulatának apró változásait.
As an observer of nature, he kept detailed field notes.
The author proves herself an acute observer of modern society.
Learner examples
He is a good observer of people.
Jó megfigyelő, ha emberekről van szó.
A careful observer can see the problem.
Egy jó megfigyelő észreveszi a problémát.
She is an observer of small details.
Meaning
person noticing details carefully
Collocations
sharp observer
|keen observer
|careful observer
Synonyms
watcher (General term for someone who looks at things; may lack the idea of careful attention.)
|
noticer (Informal and less common; focuses on seeing things others might miss.)
Antonyms
overlooker (Someone who misses important details while looking.)
Themes
daily life
|psychology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Someone who sees and understands small details in what they watch.
A person who notices and pays close attention to details in situations or behavior.
Grammar
Dictionary form
observer
IPA
GB/əbzˈɚvɚ/
US/əbzˈɚvɚ/
Syllables & stress
ob - serv - er (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (serv)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: observer
- Plural: observers
Word family
Forms
observers
noun
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
unobservant
adjective
unobservable
adjective
Advanced or less common
observance
noun B2
Expressions
casual observer
1/kˈæʒuəl əbzˈɚvɚ/
fixed phrase
person with superficial view
A person who sees something but does not know much about it or look closely.
Examples
- To a casual observer, the two paintings look identical.
- A casual observer might think the meeting went well, but there were problems.
keen observer
1/kˈin əbzˈɚvɚ/
fixed phrase
person noticing details carefully
Someone who looks very carefully and sees small details.
Examples
- She is a keen observer of fashion trends.
- A keen observer will see that the rules have changed.
outside observer
1/ˈaʊtsaɪd əbzˈɚvɚ/
fixed phrase
viewer from outside group or event
Someone who watches but is not part of the group or event.
Examples
- To an outside observer, their argument seemed trivial.
- The project looked successful to outside observers.