watch
Translation
to watch, to observe, to look after
Examples
I like to watch movies.
I like to watch movies.
Can you watch my bag for a minute?
Can you watch my bag for a minute?
Watch your step!
Watch your step!
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to look at (sth.) for a period of time I like to watch movies.
watch ((sb./sth.)) to look after (sb./sth.) Can you watch my bag?
watch ((one's step/head)) to be careful of (sth.) Watch your step!
Similar Words
Synonyms: look at, observe, view; Antonyms: ignore, overlook
Etymology
From Old English 'wæccan', meaning 'to be awake, keep watch'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'watchman' who stays awake to 'watch' over a town at night. This connects to both looking and guarding.