To pronounce "observe", say OBS-erv-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əbˈzɝv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/əbˈzɝv/
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"observe" has 3 syllables: obs-erv-e. It rhymes with preserve and verve, if that helps it stick.
verb
“From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat.”
“Please observe all posted speed limits.”
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"Observe" has 3 syllables: obs · erv · e.
The IPA transcription of "observe" is /əbˈzɝv/.
Observe: To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.
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