This is the 15817th most frequent German word.
überwachen
To monitor or supervise.
In this sentence, 'überwachen' is used to describe actively observing or supervising certain equipment or systems, in this case, security cameras.
Ich überwache die Sicherheitskameras während meiner Schicht.
I monitor the security cameras during my shift.
Here, 'überwachen' refers to the act of supervising or controlling the flow and safety-related aspects of traffic by an authority, represented by the police.
Die Polizei überwacht den Verkehr während der Veranstaltung.
The police monitor the traffic during the event.
In this example, 'überwachen' is used to signify oversight or supervision to ensure adherence to rules or proper conduct, specifically during an examination setting.