Translation of German word "warnen" to English
warnen
/vɑʁnən/
Meaning
VerbTo make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially: To make (someone) aware of impending danger, evil, etc.
How to use
warnen ('to warn / caution / alert') is a weak verb. Usually used with the preposition vor (+ dative): vor Gefahren warnen — to warn of dangers. Gewarnt sein — To be warned.
🇬🇧 English
warn
Example
Die Gefahr warnen.
Warn about the danger.
Die Menschen warnen.
Warn people.
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Common phrases
- vor Gefahren warnen— to warn of / against dangers
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich habe gewarnt
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #958 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "warnen"?▼
The German word "warnen" is defined as: "To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially: To make (someone) aware of impending danger, evil, etc."
What does the German word "warnen" mean?▼
The German word "warnen" means "warn" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Gefahr warnen." (which translates as "Warn about the danger.").
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