relógio (noun); assistir/observar (verb)
1. A small timepiece worn on the wrist or carried in a pocket
She checked her watch to see what time it was.
Ela verificou seu relógio para ver que horas eram.
2. To look at or observe someone or something attentively
I like to watch the sunset from my balcony.
Gosto de observar o pôr do sol da minha varanda.
3. To monitor or keep under observation
The security guard watches the entrance all night.
O guarda de segurança monitora a entrada a noite toda.
4. To view a movie, TV show, or video
Do you want to watch a movie tonight?
Você quer assistir a um filme esta noite?
5. A period of duty, especially on a ship or by a guard
The sailor was on watch during the night shift.
O marinheiro estava de guarda durante o turno noturno.
In Brazilian culture, 'relógio' is the standard term for watch/clock and is widely used. The verb 'assistir' is commonly used for watching TV or movies, while 'observar' or 'vigiar' are used for general observation. In the USA, wristwatches and smartwatches are cultural symbols of punctuality and status, while in Brazil, casual timekeeping attitudes are more prevalent in social settings, though professional punctuality is valued. The phrase 'watch' is also deeply embedded in American idioms and expressions reflecting cultural values of vigilance and awareness.
NYC Slang
peep (to watch/observe in street slang); piece (for expensive watch)
Related Idioms & Phrases
watch your back (be careful of potential threats)
watch your tongue (be careful what you say)
watch the clock (count down time until an event)
keep watch (maintain vigilance)
on the watch for (alert and looking for something)
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