Warn against Meaning in English
expression
ˈwɔɹn/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
WAWRN uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
wˈɔːn/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
WAWN uh-GENST
Definition
To advise someone not to do something because it may be dangerous, harmful, or a bad idea.
Usage & Nuances
'Warn against' is often used in formal or neutral situations, especially about risks, dangers, or negative consequences. Common patterns: 'warn against doing something' (using the -ing form); do not say 'warn to do something'. Frequently used by authorities, experts, or in official advice.
Spanish: advertir contra - prevenir sobrePortuguese (BR): alertar contra - advertir sobrePortuguese (PT): alertar contra - advertir sobreChinese (Simplified): 警告不要 - 提醒不要Chinese (Traditional): 警告不要 - 提醒不要Hindi: के खिलाफ चेतावनी देनाArabic: يحذر منBengali: বিরত থাকতে সতর্ক করা - বিরুদ্ধে সতর্ক করাRussian: предостеречь от - предупреждать противJapanese: 〜しないよう警告する - 〜を控えるよう警告するVietnamese: cảnh báo không nên - cảnh báo chống lạiKorean: 하지 말라고 경고하다 - ~에 대해 경고하다Turkish: karşı uyarmak - yapılmaması konusunda uyarmakUrdu: خبردار کرنا (کسی عمل سے روکنے کے لیے) - منع کرناIndonesian: memperingatkan agar tidak - memperingatkan terhadap
Example Sentences
Doctors warn against eating too much sugar.
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The sign warns against swimming in the river.
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Parents often warn against talking to strangers.
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Experts warn against making hasty decisions when you're upset.
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My teacher warned against copying homework from friends.
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Many reports warn against trusting online advertisements.
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