observation meaning
observation :
comment, remark, notice, view
noun
▪ She made an observation about the company's sales.
▪ She commented about the company's sales.
▪ His observation helped improve the project.
▪ His comment helped improve the project.
paraphrasing
▪ remark – comment
▪ notice – something seen
▪ view – opinion
▪ feedback – response
Pronunciation
observation [ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃən]
The stress is on 'veigh' and sounds like 'ob-zur-VEY-shun'.
Common phrases and grammar about observation
observation - Common meaning
noun
comment, remark, notice, view
Part of Speech Changes for "observation"
▪ observe (verb) – to watch carefully
▪ observer (noun) – someone who watches
▪ observant (adjective) – paying close attention
Common Expressions with "observation"
▪ make an observation – to comment on something
▪ careful observation – watching closely
▪ observation point – place for watching
▪ carry out an observation – to perform watching
Important examples of observation in TOEIC
Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC vocabulary questions, observation often refers to a comment or remark made about something.
Example of a confusing word: obligation (a duty or commitment)
Grammar examples from the TOEIC test
As a noun, observation can be the subject or object in a sentence, often relating to comments or remarks.
observation
Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC
make an observation
'make a comment', used when giving feedback or opinions.
observation point
means 'a place to watch something', often used in travel or work contexts.
Differences between similar words and observation
observation
,
remark
differences
Observation is used as a general comment or remark, while remark often refers to a specific or brief comment.
observation
,
comment
differences
Observation refers to a general comment, while comment can be any statement or opinion.
Words with the same origin as observation
The origin of observation
The word 'observation' comes from the Latin 'observare', which means 'to watch or notice'.
Word structure
The parts are: 'ob' (against), 'serv' (watch), and 'ation' (noun suffix), so observation means 'the act of watching'.
Words with the same origin
The root of observation is 'observ', from 'observe'. Words with the same root include observe (verb), observer (noun), observant (adjective).
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