beobachten

Definitions of beobachten
  1. verb
    discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
    synonyms: auffinden, auftun, entdecken, finden, vorfinden
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    type of:
    sehen
    catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
  2. verb
    watch attentively
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    types:
    überwachen
    keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance
    auskundschaften
    explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody
    auskundschaften, ausspähen, bespitzeln
    watch, observe, or inquire secretly
    type of:
    angucken, ankucken, sehen
    look attentively
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