Beware of Meaning in English
expression
bɪˈwɛɹ/ /ˈəv
bih-WAIR-uhv
bɪwˈeə/ /ˈɒv
bih-AIR-ov
Definition
To be careful or watchful about someone or something that might be dangerous or cause problems.
Usage & Nuances
Formal, often used on warning signs or in advice. Always followed by 'of' plus a noun or gerund ('beware of dogs', 'beware of falling rocks'). Not commonly used in casual speech; 'watch out for' and 'be careful with' are more informal alternatives.
Spanish: tener cuidado con - cuidado conPortuguese (BR): cuidado comPortuguese (PT): cuidado comChinese (Simplified): 小心 - 提防Chinese (Traditional): 小心 - 提防Hindi: से सावधान रहेंArabic: احذر منBengali: সতর্ক থাকুন - সাবধান থাকুনRussian: остерегайтесь - будьте осторожны сJapanese: ～に注意する - ～に気をつけるVietnamese: cảnh giác với - đề phòngKorean: 조심하다 - 주의하다Turkish: dikkat etUrdu: خبردار رہیں - محتاط رہیںIndonesian: waspada terhadap - hati-hati dengan
Example Sentences
Beware of the dog in the yard.
basic
Beware of scams online.
basic
Beware of falling rocks on this road.
basic
If you get a strange email, beware of clicking on any links.
natural
You should beware of people who promise quick money.
natural
Beware of low prices that seem too good to be true.
natural