observadores

[ɔ.bzer.va.ˈdo.rɨs]
nounmasculinepl: observadores (masculine plural) / observadoras (feminine plural)
observers
1. People who watch, notice, or monitor something carefully without participating
The election observers monitored the voting process.
Os observadores monitoraram o processo de votação.
2. Persons designated to watch and report on events, especially in official or diplomatic contexts
International observers were sent to oversee the negotiations.
Observadores internacionais foram enviados para supervisionar as negociações.
3. People who study or examine something with attention to detail
Keen observers of nature often notice subtle environmental changes.
Observadores atentos da natureza frequentemente notam mudanças ambientais sutis.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'observadores' is commonly used in official contexts such as election monitoring (observadores eleitorais), international diplomacy, and institutional oversight. The term carries connotations of impartiality and formal authority, particularly in governmental and judicial settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
espectadorestestemunhasvigilantesfiscaismonitores
Antonyms / Antônimos
participantesatoresenvolvidos

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
observadores
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
observadores
Common in political and diplomatic contexts
São Paulo
observadores
Widely used in business and institutional settings
Portugal
observadores
Similar usage; may also use 'espectadores' in casual contexts

Related Words

observaçãoobservarobservatórioobservância

Related Idioms & Phrases

observadores de bico de pena
observadores imparciais
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