Meaning of Watch out
To be cautious or aware of potential danger.
In simple words: Be careful.
Watch out in a sentence
- Watch out for the car coming around the corner!
- You should watch out when walking alone at night.
- Watch out! There's a hole in the ground!
- I told him to watch out for the slippery floor.
- If you see the dog, watch out; it can be aggressive.
How to use Watch out
Use 'watch out' to warn someone about danger. It's informal, suitable for conversations, but not for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
watch out + for + object
Memory hint
Imagine a person watching a big wave about to crash!
Related words
Collocations with Watch out
- watch out for
- watch out now
- watch out ahead
- watch out back
- watch out below
Synonyms for Watch out
- beware
- be careful
- look out for
- stay alert
- mind
Common mistakes with Watch out
- Omitting 'for' when specifying what to watch out for.
- Using 'watch out' as a command without context.
- Confusing 'watch out' with 'look out' although they are similar.
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Frequently asked questions about Watch out
What does Watch out mean?
Be careful.
What is the definition of Watch out?
To be cautious or aware of potential danger.
How do you use Watch out in a sentence?
Watch out for the car coming around the corner!
Can you give another example of Watch out?
You should watch out when walking alone at night.
What are synonyms for Watch out?
Common alternatives include beware, be careful, look out for, stay alert, mind.
What words go with Watch out?
It commonly pairs with watch out for, watch out now, watch out ahead, watch out back, watch out below.
What are common mistakes when using Watch out?
Omitting 'for' when specifying what to watch out for. Using 'watch out' as a command without context. Confusing 'watch out' with 'look out' although they are similar.
How do you pronounce Watch out?
US: //wɑtʃ aʊt//, UK: //wɒtʃ aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Watch out formal or informal?
"Watch out" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Watch out?
Use 'watch out' to warn someone about danger. It's informal, suitable for conversations, but not for formal writing.