attention

/a.tɑ̃.sjɔ̃/

nounfeminine

caution; carefulness

Fais attention quand tu traverses la rue.

Be careful when you cross the street.

Synonyms:prudence, vigilance, soin

nounfeminine

attention; mental focus or concentration; notice/interest

Prête attention à ce que je dis.

Pay attention to what I'm saying.

interjection

watch out; look out (warning)

Attention ! La marche est haute.

Watch out! The step is high.

Synonyms:gare

Notes

GENERAL INFO

Attention is a feminine noun meaning "attention," "care," or "caution." It refers to the act of focusing one's mind or senses.

It's commonly used in "faire attention à X" (to pay attention to X, to be careful with X).

As an interjection, "Attention !" means "Look out!" or "Be careful!"

Do not confuse "attention" with the verb "attendre" (to wait). They are false friends. "Attention" is never a verb, always a noun.