attento
attentive · careful
Attento (Italian)
Meaning:
"Attento" is an adjective in Italian which means "attentive," "careful," "watchful," or "alert." It is commonly used to describe someone who is paying close attention or is cautious in a situation.
Parts:
- Root: "atten-" from the verb "attendere" (to attend, to watch, to wait).
- Suffix: "-to," a common adjective ending in Italian.
Synonyms:
- Vigile (watchful)
- Cauto (cautious)
- Concentrato (focused)
- Premuroso (thoughtful, especially regarding feelings)
Antonyms:
- Distratto (distracted)
- Disattento (inattentive)
- Negligente (negligent)
Additional Notes:
- "Attento!" can also be used as an interjection, meaning "Watch out!" or "Be careful!" It’s a warning to pay attention to danger or a problem.
- It can also refer to someone careful or meticulous in how they act or pay attention to details.
Example:
- "Sii attento quando attraversi la strada."
("Be careful when you cross the street.")
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Examples
Luca è molto attento in classe.adjective
Luca is very attentive in class.
Attento, la strada è scivolosa!adjective
Be careful, the road is slippery!
Le studentesse sono state molto attente durante l'esame.adjective
The students were very attentive during the exam.
I bambini devono stare attenti mentre attraversano.adjective
Children must be careful while crossing.
Attento! Hai quasi rovesciato il caffè bollente.adjective
Careful! You almost spilled the hot coffee.
Attento a non calpestare i fiori!adjective
Be careful not to step on the flowers!
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