Noun / Interjection
die Achtung
Pronunciation: [ˈʔaχtʊŋ(k)]
watch out, attention, warning or caution
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Meanings
Noun
- attention
- esteem
- respect
Interjection
- watch out, attention, warning or caution
Example sentence
Achtung, die Stufe ist sehr hoch!
Watch out, the step is very high!
Word forms
singular
die Achtung
No common plural.
The four cases
Singular
Nominativedie Achtung
Accusativedie Achtung
Dativeder Achtung
Genitiveder Achtung
Achtung has no common plural.
Usage
- Achtung! — This standalone warning draws immediate attention.
- Achtung / Beachtung — The exclamation warns; Beachtung is the noun for attention or observance.
Achtung, hinter der Tür steht eine volle Kiste!
Watch out, there is a full crate behind the door!