Russian · Verbs & Actions
Смотреть
smotret
To look / To watch
Beginnerverb
Definition
To direct your gaze in a particular direction.
Example
Смотри на меня.
Look at me.
Etymology
The verb 'смотреть' (smotret) traces its roots back to the Proto-Slavic '*smotrěti', which means to look or to watch. Its evolution reflects the growing complexity in the act of observing.
How & Where It’s Used
'Смотреть' is used in spoken and written contexts, applicable in both casual conversations and more formal discussions, such as reviews and analyses.