English–Spanish

“warning” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aðβeɾˈtenθja/

Example

Te doy una advertencia.

I give you a warning.

Illustration for advertencia (warning)

How to say “warning” in Spanish

“Warning” in Spanish is advertencia.

Short formal notice of danger, error, or possible penalty.

Full entry for advertencia: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with advertencia

En el correo electrónico había una advertencia sobre estafas.

There was a warning in the email about scams.

Tips for using advertencia

  • Usually used in writing or official texts; in spoken language Spanish speakers more often say avisar or use the verb advertir.

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