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warn

Pronunciación: [wɔrn]

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Contexto: «advice»

(verb) to tell someone about something dangerous or harmful that could happen. When you warn someone, you are trying to help them avoid a problem.

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She warned him about the icy sidewalks so he would be careful.

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He didn't warn her about the storm, and she got caught in the rain.

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Can you warn me if you see any danger while we're hiking?

Contexto: «rules»

(verb) to tell someone that they have done something wrong and that there could be a punishment if they do it again. This is often done by teachers or parents.

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The teacher warned the students to stop talking during the lesson.

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He didn't warn her when she made a mistake, so she kept doing it.

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Have you ever warned your friend about breaking the rules?

Contexto: «signal»

(noun) a message or signal that something bad might happen. A warning helps people prepare for trouble.

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The loud siren was a warning that a tornado was nearby.

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There was no warning before the earthquake, and people were surprised.

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What type of warning do we get before a hurricane?

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