World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries警告
Pronunciation / Transliteration: jǐnggào
"气象台发布了台风红色警告。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A statement or event that alerts someone to a danger, problem, or negative consequence.
"The weather service issued a severe storm warning for coastal areas." - 2
An admonition or reprimand given to someone to deter them from repeating undesirable behavior.
"He received a final warning from his manager regarding his frequent tardiness."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'warning' originates from the Old English 'warnian', which means to give notice or to advise. It evolved through Middle English as 'warne', reflecting a shift towards a more formalized sense of caution or alerting someone to potential danger.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Warning"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Warning" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
avertissement
Transliteration: avɛʁ.tis.mɑ̃
"Il a reçu un avertissement avant d'être licencié."
Warnung
Transliteration: ˈvaʁnʊŋ
"Die Polizei gab eine Warnung vor starkem Schneefall heraus."
avvertimento
Transliteration: av.ver.tiˈmen.to
"Questo incidente dovrebbe servire da avvertimento per tutti."
advertencia
Transliteration: ad.βerˈtjan.ka
"La señal de tráfico sirve como advertencia a los conductores."
aviso
Transliteration: aˈvi.zu
"Eles ignoraram o aviso sobre o perigo na praia."
चेतावनी
Transliteration: chetavani
"सरकार ने भारी बारिश की चेतावनी जारी की है।"
警告
Transliteration: jǐnggào
"气象台发布了台风红色警告。"
경고
Transliteration: gyeong-go
"그는 규칙 위반으로 엄중한 경고를 받았다."
警告
Transliteration: keikoku
"気象庁は豪雨に対する警告を出しました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Chinese termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Warning"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.