Example: Il faut prendre au sérieux les conseils de sécurité donnés.
Definition
"Prendre au sérieux" means to regard something or someone with genuine concern or importance, treating the matter or advice as worthy of careful attention and consideration, especially when it involves safety or critical issues.
Translations
To take seriously
Tomar en serio
Serieus nemen
Prendre seriosament
Ernst nehmen
Etymology
The phrase "prendre au sérieux" comes from the French verb "prendre" meaning 'to take' and the adjective "sérieux" meaning 'serious.' Together, they literally translate to 'take seriously,' emphasizing the act of giving weight or importance to something. Did you know that this expression highlights the cultural emphasis on responsibility and caution?
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To take seriously