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How do you say "watch out" in Italian?

Attento

Phrase Noun

In Italian, "watch out" is Attento.

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Pronunciation

Attento is aht-TEHN-toh, stress on the second syllable, with the double T held firm before the final syllable.

Grammar notes

Attento is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

watch out

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How to remember Attento

Attento relates to 'attentive', so watching out means staying attentive to danger.

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Questions about Attento

How do you pronounce Attento?

Attento is aht-TEHN-toh, stress on the second syllable, with the double T held firm before the final syllable.

Is Attento formal or casual?

Attento is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is Attento used in Italian?

Attento is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (watch out).

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