visionner

The French verb "visionner" means to watch, to view, or to preview something, typically audiovisual content such as films, videos, or slides.

Meaning:

• It refers specifically to the act of looking at or watching something carefully, usually in a formal or attentive way.
• Often used in contexts like "visionner un film" (to watch a movie) or "visionner une vidéo" (to watch a video).

Synonyms and differences:

• Regarder: The most common and neutral verb for "to look at" or "to watch." It can be casual or formal, but less specific to audiovisual content.
• Voir: Means "to see," focusing more on the physical act of perceiving something with the eyes, often without deliberate attention.
• Observer: To observe carefully or study something, often with more focus than just watching or viewing.

"Visionner" is more specialized than "regarder" because it implies intentional viewing, often for evaluation or preview purposes.

Example:

• J'ai visionné le documentaire hier soir.
  (I watched/previewed the documentary last night.)