Avisaste (en. You warned)

/a.bi.'sas.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To notify or inform about something.
You notified me that you would arrive late.
Me avisaste que llegaría tarde.
To warn someone about a danger or situation.
If you had notified me about the problem, I could have solved it earlier.
Si me avisaste sobre el problema, podría haberlo solucionado antes.
To give notice of an event or action.
You informed everyone about the meeting.
Avisaste a todos sobre la reunión.

Etymology

The verb 'avisar' comes from the Latin 'advisare', which means 'to inform' or 'to warn'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

you notified in time
you informed before it was too late.
avisaste a tiempo
to notify in advance
to notify before something happens.
avisar con antelación
to inform about something
to inform about a fact or situation.
avisar de algo

Related Words

notify
To give notice or inform.
avisar
warn
To make something known or bring it to attention.
advertir
notify
To inform officially.
notificar

Slang Meanings

To give a heads up
The boss gave me a heads up, notifying me that I have to submit the report.
El jefe me dio un toque, avisándome que tengo que entregar el informe.
To send a quick message
I will notify you via WhatsApp when I arrive.
Te avisaré por WhatsApp cuando llegue.