Word
warning
Phoneticswarn·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈwɔɹnɪŋ/
UK/wˈɔːnɪŋ/
Definitions
01a statement of danger
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a message or sign that tells you something bad might happen.
n. a specific statement, notice, or event that indicates a potential risk or problem.
日本語:警告※
“The weather service issued a flood warning for the coastal areas.”
“Despite the repeated warnings from the engineering team, the project proceeded without the necessary safety modifications.”
Usage
Often used with the verbs 'give', 'issue', or 'receive'.
02the act of telling someone
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of telling someone about a danger before it happens.
n. the process or action of alerting someone to a future difficulty or danger.
日本語:警告※
“He left the job without any warning, leaving his team in a difficult spot.”
“The system provides early warning of mechanical failure by monitoring subtle changes in vibration levels.”
Usage
Commonly used in the phrase 'without warning'.
Synonyms
03on signs or notices
B1 · Intermediate Formal
interj. a word used on signs to tell people to be careful.
interj. an exclamatory label used on signage or in documentation to highlight immediate hazards.
日本語:警告※
“Warning: High voltage. Do not touch the wires.”
“The label marked 'Warning' was placed prominently on the container to ensure handlers were aware of the corrosive contents.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “warning” in context.
Verb
01. give warning
“The siren is designed to give warning in the event of a fire.”
verb + noun
02. heed warning
“If they had heeded the warning, the accident could have been avoided.”
verb + noun
03. ignore warning
“He ignored the warning signs and drove straight into the flooded road.”
verb + noun
04. issue warning
“The government issued a warning against traveling to the region.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. early warning
“The new radar system provides an early warning of incoming aircraft.”
adj + noun
06. clear warning
“The dark clouds were a clear warning that a storm was approaching.”
adj + noun
07. final warning
“The referee gave the player a final warning before showing the red card.”
adj + noun
08. warning systems
09. warning signs
10. warning people
11. warning to the public
12. give someone fair warning
“I'm giving you fair warning that the deadline will not be extended.”
Word family
VERB
NOUN
Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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