Watch

/wˈɒt‍ʃ/

/ˈwɑtʃ/, /ˈwɔtʃ/

Definition och Betydelse av "watch"

to watch

VERB

titta, observera

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Transitive: to watch sb/sth

Ditransitive: to watch sb do sth

Example

The audience eagerly watched the actors on stage during the play.

I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends.

He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset.

vara försiktig, titta

used for saying that someone needs to be careful of a particular thing

Transitive: to watch sth

Example

Watch your step!

Watch your valuables at the beach to avoid theft.

Hey, watch your tone when speaking to your boss.

vakta, övervaka

to take care of and look after someone or something for a period of time

Transitive: to watch sb/sth

Example

Can you watch my dog for the weekend?

Can you watch my plants while I 'm away on vacation?

I will watch the children while you 're out for dinner.

observera, titta noggrant

to actively pay attention and observe in order to notice any changes or developments

Transitive: to watch developments or activities of something or someone

Example

The security guard watched the surveillance footage, looking for any suspicious activity.

The court case is being closely watched by the media.

The nurse will watch the patient overnight to monitor their condition.

övervaka, spionera

to observe and monitor someone's activities over an extended period without their knowledge

Transitive: to watch sb/sth

Example

The spy watched the target 's house for any signs of suspicious activity.

The police were watching the known gang members closely.

The undercover agent was assigned to watch the criminal organization.

vakta, hålla utkik

to stay awake during the night, especially in order to do something

Intransitive

Example

The devout worshipper watched whole nights in the church, seeking divine guidance and strength.

The dedicated scientist watched many nights in the laboratory, conducting experiments and analyzing data.

Watch

SUBSTANTIV

klocka

a small clock worn on a strap on your wrist or carried in your pocket

What is a "watch"?

A watch is a timepiece designed to be worn on a person's wrist, typically with a strap or bracelet. Watches come in various styles and types, including analog, digital, and smartwatches. Analog watches use a traditional dial and hands to display time, while digital watches use a digital display to show the time, often including other features such as a stopwatch, alarm, or backlight. Smartwatches have many advanced features, including the ability to make phone calls, receive text messages, and track fitness activity. Watches can be made of different materials, including metal, leather, plastic, and rubber, and are often worn as a fashion accessories in addition to their functional purpose of telling time.

Example

Her watch has a leather strap and a gold dial.

My friend collects vintage watches from different eras.

She checked her watch to see what time it was.

vakt, övervakare

a person whose duty is to protect a person or thing by observing them carefully

kör, sång

a group of nightingales

övervakning, bevakning

a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe

vakt, tjänst

a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty