B1verb 1K

Warn

🇬🇧 UK /["/wɔːn/","/wɔːnz/","/wɔːnd/","/ˈwɔːnɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/wɔːrn/","/wɔːrnz/","/wɔːrnd/","/ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Warn

to tell somebody about something, especially something dangerous or unpleasant that is likely to happen, so that they can avoid it

In simple words: To tell someone about something dangerous or bad that might happen.

Warn in a sentence

• I need to warn you about the upcoming storm.
• The teacher decided to warn the students before the test.
• He was warned several times to stop making noise.
• The sign will warn drivers of the slippery road ahead.
• You should warn her if you see her doing something dangerous.

How to use Warn

Use 'warn' when you need to alert someone about potential danger or problems. It's appropriate in many contexts, but less suitable in casual conversations where simpler phrases might work better.

Grammar pattern

warn + object (someone) + about + object (something)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'warn' as in a 'warning sign' ahead.

Related words

Collocations with Warn

• clearly
• explicitly
• bluntly
• had better
• have to
• must
• about
• against
• of
• be warned
• clearly
• explicitly
• bluntly
• had better
• have to
• must
• about
• against
• of
• be warned

Synonyms for Warn

• advise

Opposites of Warn

• encourage
• ignore
• dismiss

Common mistakes with Warn

• Confused with 'advice' and use 'warn' incorrectly.
• Using 'warn' with an incorrect preposition.
• Omitting the object when using 'warn'.

Frequently asked questions about Warn

What does Warn mean?

To tell someone about something dangerous or bad that might happen.

What is the definition of Warn?

to tell somebody about something, especially something dangerous or unpleasant that is likely to happen, so that they can avoid it

How do you use Warn in a sentence?

I need to warn you about the upcoming storm.

Can you give another example of Warn?

The teacher decided to warn the students before the test.

What are synonyms for Warn?

Common alternatives include advise.

What is the opposite of Warn?

Opposite meanings include encourage, ignore, dismiss.

What words go with Warn?

It commonly pairs with clearly, explicitly, bluntly, had better, have to, must, about, against, of, be warned, clearly, explicitly, bluntly, had better, have to, must, about, against, of, be warned.

What are common mistakes when using Warn?

Confused with 'advice' and use 'warn' incorrectly. Using 'warn' with an incorrect preposition. Omitting the object when using 'warn'.

How do you pronounce Warn?

US: /["/wɔːrn/","/wɔːrnz/","/wɔːrnd/","/ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/wɔːn/","/wɔːnz/","/wɔːnd/","/ˈwɔːnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Warn?

Use 'warn' when you need to alert someone about potential danger or problems. It's appropriate in many contexts, but less suitable in casual conversations where simpler phrases might work better.

What CEFR level is Warn?

"Warn" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.