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How do you say "watch out" in French?
Fais attention
In French, "watch out" is Fais attention.
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Pronunciation
Say fay ah-tahn-SYON, the exact same phrase used for be careful, with a nasal middle sound.
Grammar notes
Fais attention is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
watch out
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How to remember Fais attention
Attention covers both watch out and be careful in French, so one warning image covers both meanings.
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Questions about Fais attention
How do you pronounce Fais attention?
Say fay ah-tahn-SYON, the exact same phrase used for be careful, with a nasal middle sound.
Is Fais attention formal or casual?
Fais attention is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is Fais attention used in French?
Fais attention is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (watch out).
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