Careful, danger, to keep guard in German 🇩🇪

Achtung

Achtung! You see this word on many danger signs.

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Tips to remember the German word ‘Achtung’:
– Associate ‘Achtung’ with the English word ‘attention’, as they sound similar and share the concept of being alert or watchful.
– Remember the common phrase used in movies or media, “Achtung!” to signal “Watch out!” or “Attention!” which is often used to grab people’s attention before a warning.
– You can use mnemonic devices, like visualizing a sign with the word ‘Achtung’ on it when thinking of places or situations where you should be cautious or alert.

Explanations:
– ‘Achtung’ in German is used to express the need for alertness or caution, similar to the English “Attention!” or “Beware!”.
– It can also denote respect or esteem toward a person in certain contexts (equivalent to the English “respect”).

Other words that mean the same thing:
– ‘Vorsicht’ is another German word that means “caution” or “careful”.
– ‘Warnung’ translates to “warning” in English, used to alert someone about a potential danger.

Alternate meanings like slang:
– In some contexts, ‘Achtung’ might be used colloquially to mean care or regard for something, without necessarily implying danger.

Examples of sentences that use ‘Achtung’:
1. “Achtung, Baustelle!” – “Attention, construction site!”
2. “Bitte beachten Sie mit großer Achtung die Sicherheitshinweise.” – “Please pay great attention to the safety instructions.”
3. “Er genießt in seiner Gemeinschaft große Achtung.” – “He enjoys great respect in his community.”
4. “Achtung, Rolltreppe fährt zurück!” – “Attention, escalator going in reverse!”
5. “Achtung, scharfer Hund!” – “Beware, fierce dog!”

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