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observava

[ɔ.bɛɾ.vˈa.vɐ]
verb
observed (imperfect past tense, third person singular)
1. Used to indicate a repeated or habitual action in the past; he/she/it was observing or used to observe
She observed the birds every morning.
Ela observava os pássaros todas as manhãs.
2. To watch or notice something carefully and attentively
He observed the details of the painting.
Ele observava os detalhes do quadro.
3. To comply with or follow a rule, law, or custom
They observed the local traditions.
Eles observavam as tradições locais.
Synonyms
vianotavapercebiacontemplavarespeitava
Antonyms
ignoravadescumpria

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
observava
Standard usage across all Brazilian regions
Portugal
observava
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

observava em silêncio (observed in silence)
observava de perto (observed closely)
observava com atenção (observed attentively)
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