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/atɑ̃sjɔ̃/
1.
nounfeminine
caution
carefulness
Fais attention quand tu traverses la rue.
Be careful when you cross the street.
Synonyms:prudence, vigilance, soin
2.
nounfeminine
attention
mental focus or concentration; notice/interest
Prête attention à ce que je dis.
Pay attention to what I'm saying.
Synonyms:concentration, intérêt, regard
3.
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.
USAGE
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!"
TRAPS
Do not confuse "attention" with the verb "attendre" (to wait). They are false friends. "Attention" is never a verb, always a noun.