World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries観察
Pronunciation / Transliteration: kansatsu
"観察は科学研究において重要です。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The action or process of observing something or someone carefully in order to gain information.
"The scientist made careful observations during the experiment." - 2
A remark or comment based on something one has seen or experienced.
"Her observation about the weather was quite insightful."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'observation' originates from the Latin 'observatio', which means 'watching over'. It evolved through Old French before entering Middle English, reflecting a shift from mere watching to a more analytical process of gathering information.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Observation"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Observation" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Observation
Transliteration: observation
"L'observation des étoiles est fascinante."
Beobachtung
Transliteration: beobachtung
"Die Beobachtung der Natur ist wichtig für die Wissenschaft."
Osservazione
Transliteration: osservazione
"L'osservazione degli animali è un'attività educativa."
Observación
Transliteration: observación
"La observación del comportamiento humano es fascinante."
Observação
Transliteration: observação
"A observação das estrelas é uma atividade relaxante."
अवलोकन
Transliteration: avalokan
"अवलोकन से हमें बहुत कुछ सीखने को मिलता है।"
观察
Transliteration: guānchá
"观察自然是科学研究的重要部分。"
관찰
Transliteration: gwanchal
"관찰은 과학적 연구의 중요한 부분입니다."
観察
Transliteration: kansatsu
"観察は科学研究において重要です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Japanese termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Observation"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.