observe
/əbˈzɜːv/verb
Middle School
1
To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.
2
To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).
3
To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).
4
To comment on something; to make an observation.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing