warning — a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 위험이나 문제가 다가오고 있음을 알리는 경고, 주의
Korean pronunciation: 워-닝 (강세: 워)
Example Sentences
- My mom's raised eyebrow is a clear warning that I'm in trouble.
- The teacher gave us a warning about using phones during class.
- His stomach growling was a warning that lunch break couldn't come soon enough.
warning
NOUN//ˈwɔːrnɪŋ//
a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
A supervisor gives workers a warning about unsafe scaffolding overhead
Morning's adorning peace gives way to nature's warning!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'warnian'(조심하라고 알리다)에서 유래했습니다. 게르만족들이 위험을 동료들에게 알릴 때 사용했던 단어로, 현재까지도 그 본질적 의미가 유지되고 있습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's raised eyebrow is a clear warning that I'm in trouble.”
“The teacher gave us a warning about using phones during class.”
“His stomach growling was a warning that lunch break couldn't come soon enough.”
“The red warning label clearly stated 'Do not operate when sleepy'.”
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