Also means
to feel
Usage Note
Notar often signals a subtle, sensory observation — you notice something without actively looking for it. The reflexive notarse means 'to be noticeable' or 'to show': se nota que está cansado ('you can tell he's tired'). It is weaker than observar, which implies deliberate attention.
Examples
"Noté un olor extraño en la cocina."
Natural Translation
I noticed a strange smell in the kitchen.
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