observado

Observado is a term used in Spanish and Portuguese as the past participle and adjective of the verb observar, ultimately deriving from Latin observatus. It conveys that something has been observed, examined, or recorded, and it is commonly used to describe phenomena, data, or subjects that have been studied.

In Spanish, observed can modify nouns as in “datos observados” (observed data), “fenómeno observado” (observed phenomenon), or “el sujeto observado” (the observed subject). The phrase “bajo observación” (under observation) is often preferred when referring to monitoring. The plural form for people or items studied is “los observados” or “las observadas” depending on gender.

In Portuguese, observed functions similarly as an adjective or past participle: “dados observados” (observed data), “fenômeno observado” (observed phenomenon), or “o sujeito observado” (the observed subject). The feminine form is “observada,” and the plural forms are “observados” or “observadas.” Portuguese also uses passive constructions like “foi observado” (was observed).

In scientific and technical contexts, the term distinguishes between what has been observed and what is expected or hypothesized, with phrases such as “valor observado” (observed value) or “resultado observado.” It is also common in legal or administrative texts to denote items that have been reviewed or inspected.

See also: Observación, Observador, Observatório, Observar.