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    Attention (en. Attention)

    /a.tɑ̃.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The action of listening to or watching carefully.
    The attention of students is essential for their learning.
    L'attention des élèves est essentielle pour leur apprentissage.
    To secure a particular interest in something.
    He captured her full attention with his speech.
    Il a capté toute son attention avec son discours.
    The provision of diligence or care.
    This hospital has a reputation for excellent patient care.
    Cet hôpital a une réputation d'excellente attention aux patients.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'attentio', meaning the action of stretching towards, of bringing care.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pay attention
    To be vigilant or focused on something.
    faire attention
    take into consideration
    To consider something seriously.
    prendre en attention
    draw attention
    To awaken someone's interest.
    attirer l'attention

    Related Words

    attentive
    Who shows attention.
    attentif
    attentively
    In an attentive manner.
    attentivement
    considerate
    Who shows attention towards others.
    attentionné

    Slang Meanings

    To be watchful.
    Stay alert, be attentive like a cat!
    Reste alerté, sois attentif comme un chat !
    To be on the alert.
    I'm on the alert; there are too many distractions here.
    Je suis sur le qui-vive, il y a trop de distractions ici.