Spanish Conversation · Level 20
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Spanish word
atención
Pronunciation
IPA/atenˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounattention
Example
Pon atención al cruzar la calle.
Pay attention when you cross the street.
More examples
Presta atención a la explicación del profesor.
Pay attention to the teacher's explanation.
Core concept
A person leaning in with focused eyes listening intently.
Common phrases
prestar atención
pay attention
poner atención
pay attention
llamar la atención
draw attention
Similar words
cuidado: Careful, watchful behavior taken to avoid harm or damage.
precaución: Preventive measures or caution taken beforehand to stop danger.
advertencia: Brief notice or signal that warns of a danger or problem.
interés: Mental curiosity or engagement toward something, showing interest.
Definition in Spanish
Estado de alerta o interés hacia algo; en contextos sociales, también el acto de atender o servir a otra persona.
Word origin
From Latin attentio, from ad 'to' + tendere 'stretch', originally meaning 'turning toward' and thus 'paying heed' to something or someone.
Usage tips
- In service contexts atención often names the act of serving or helping, so atención al cliente refers to customer service rather than only mental focus.