adjective
attentif
attentive
C'est quand une personne fait bien attention à ce qui se passe ou à ce que quelqu'un dit.
Definition & meaning
Attentif is an adjective used to describe someone or something that pays close attention. It generally has two main meanings:
- Focused or observant: Used to describe a person who is concentrated, alert, or paying full attention to what is happening or what is being said (e.g., an attentive student).
- Considerate or thoughtful: Used to describe someone who shows care, concern, or politeness toward others, often anticipating their needs (e.g., an attentive host).
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: Attentif is an adjective that agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies. The feminine form is attentive.
- Word origin: It derives from the Old French atentif, which comes from the Latin attentivus, formed from the verb attendere (to stretch toward, to pay attention to). It is composed of the prefix ad- (to/toward) and tendere (to stretch).
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Tu dois être attentif en classe.adjective
You must be attentive in class.
Reste attentif aux indications du professeur.adjective
Stay attentive to the teacher's instructions.
Les enfants sont restés attentifs pendant le film.adjective
The children remained attentive during the movie.
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