The Difference between Look, See, and Watch
September 28, 2017
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28/9/17 The Difference between Look, See, and Watch
- LOOK
When we look at something, we direct our eyes in its direction and pay attention to it.
- SEE
See means noticing something using our eyes. It is an inactive verb. When your eyes are open, you do it without thinking.
- WATCH
Watch is similar to look at, but it usually means that we look at something for a period of time, especially something that is changing or moving, e.g. television.
Language tips:
When look has an object, it is followed by at:
Look at the rain. It’s so heavy.
Not: Look the rain.
We use see, not watch, when we talk about being at sports matches or public performances, such as films, theatre and dramas. However, we watch the television.
