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achtung
German → American English
American English
danger
A warning call used to alert someone to danger or to get attention; also, respect or esteem in other contexts.
Achtung! Der Boden ist nass.Use Achtung as an exclamation to warn someone or get attention, especially in signs and urgent spoken situations. It is not the same as the noun die Achtung meaning “respect.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Achtung” mean in English?
It most commonly means “attention” or “warning,” and in urgent contexts it can function like “watch out” or “danger.”
Is “Achtung” the same as “danger”?
Not exactly. “Danger” is usually Gefahr in German. Achtung is more often used as a warning call or to get someone’s attention.
How do you use “Achtung” in a sentence?
Achtung! means “Watch out!” or “Attention!” and is often used before a warning or instruction.