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beobachten (verb)

to observe; to watch carefully, especially to learn something.

💬 Example

"Sie saßen stundenlang da und beobachteten die Vögel."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine you are saying 'BE OBjective and ACHT (eight) times more careful when you watch'. BE-OB-ACHT-en = to observe car...

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'beobachten' for watching TV or movies.

Using the dative case instead of the accusative.

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