Gözetilir

Gözetilir is a Turkish verb form meaning “is observed” or “is monitored.” It is the present simple passive form of the verb gözetmek (to watch, oversee, monitor) and is used to indicate that something is under observation, supervision, or consideration. The form is common in formal, administrative, and policy contexts where processes, conditions, or safety measures are described without naming a specific agent.

Grammatically, gözetilir is the third person singular present passive form. It is created by applying the passive morphology to the verb stem and aligning with vowel harmony. In sentences it can appear without an explicit agent, or with a phrase such as tarafından gözetilir to indicate that a specific actor, such as authorities, monitors the subject. It can also be used in a generic sense: “Bu durum gözetilir” (This situation is monitored).

Usage notes: gözetilir often appears in legal, regulatory, and safety-related writing to convey ongoing oversight. It can be used literally, referring to real-time monitoring, or figuratively, to indicate that something is taken into account or considered during decision-making. Related verbs and nouns include gözlemek (to observe), gözetmek (to watch over), gözetim (surveillance or oversight), and gözden geçirmek (to review).

Examples:

- Bu güvenlik durumu sürekli gözetilir.

- Projeler yetkili makamlar tarafından gözetilir.

- Bu riskler gözetilmelidir.

See also: gözlemek, gözetmek, gözetim, gözden geçirmek.