warn

verb B1 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

To warn someone means to tell them about a danger or problem so they can be careful.

💡 Be careful not to confuse "warn" with "advise," which means to give suggestions.

Example Sentences

Did the teacher warn you about the test tomorrow ?

I did not warn him about the dangerous road .

I want to warn you about the slippery floor .

I warn you to be careful when crossing the street .

Word in Context

My sister called me yesterday because the weather was bad and she wanted to warn me about the roads . She said the main road was slippery and drivers should be careful . I decided to stay home and wait until the weather got better . When the sun came out , I drove slowly and felt safe .

Common Phrases

warn someone about something warn someone to do something warn someone not to do something

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