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caution in French

caution in French is avertissement, admonition, mise en garde — caution means careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.

caution in French

avertissement
noun
Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.
admonition
noun
Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.
mise en garde
noun
Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.
précaution
noun
A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.
prudence
noun
A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.
avertir
verb
(transitive) To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.

What does "caution" mean?

  1. noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
    "Proceed with caution — the road is icy ahead."
  2. noun A formal warning given by police instead of pursuing prosecution for a minor offense (chiefly UK).
    "He received a police caution for the minor shoplifting incident."
  3. verb To warn someone about a risk or potential consequence.
    "The doctor cautioned her against skipping her medication."

caution in a sentence

  • Proceed with caution — the road is icy ahead.
  • He received a police caution for the minor shoplifting incident.
  • The doctor cautioned her against skipping her medication.

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Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "caution" in French?

"caution" in French is avertissement, admonition, mise en garde. caution means: Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.

How do you use "caution" in a sentence?

Example: "Proceed with caution — the road is icy ahead." In French, "caution" is avertissement, admonition, mise en garde.

Are there other ways to say "caution" in French?

Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "caution": avertissement, admonition, mise en garde, précaution, prudence, avertir.

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