What is the meaning of the phrase" keep an eye on"?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The phrase "keep an eye on" means to watch something or someone carefully. It is often used to express the idea of keeping an eye out for something or someone, or to make sure that something or someone is safe.
The answer is (2) to be watching carefully.
The other options are incorrect.
- (1) to love somebody does not fit the meaning of the phrase. Keep an eye on is a neutral phrase, while love is a positive emotion.
- (3) difficulty in seeing something does not fit the meaning of the phrase. Keep an eye on is a phrase that describes the act of watching something, while difficulty in seeing something describes a physical condition.
- (4) to care for something is similar to keep an eye on, but it has a more specific meaning. Care for means to take responsibility for something or someone, while keep an eye on simply means to watch something or someone carefully.