keen watch

[kiːn wɒtʃ]
noun phrasepl: keen watches
vigilância atenta
1. close and careful observation or monitoring of someone or something
The teacher kept a keen watch over the students during the exam.
A professora mantinha uma vigilância atenta sobre os alunos durante a prova.
2. alert supervision or surveillance to prevent something undesirable
The security team kept a keen watch for any suspicious activity.
A equipe de segurança mantinha uma vigilância atenta para qualquer atividade suspeita.
This phrase is commonly used in professional, educational, and security contexts in both American English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It conveys a sense of responsibility and attentiveness, often implying protection or prevention of unwanted outcomes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
close watchcareful observationvigilant monitoringstrict supervisionattentive oversight
Antonyms / Antônimos
neglectinattentioncarelessnessindifference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vigilância atenta
most common translation across Brazil
General Brazilian
olhar atento
alternative, more informal usage
Portugal
vigilância atenta
same as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
observação cuidadosa
alternative formal usage

Related Words

surveillancemonitoringobservationsupervisionvigilance

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a keen watch on
under keen watch
maintain a keen watch
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