La advertencia
Example: La advertencia en la puerta indica peligro de resbalón.
Definition
"La advertencia" refers to a cautionary statement or sign intended to alert people about potential danger or risk, such as a warning on a door indicating a slipping hazard. It helps prevent accidents by informing individuals to be careful in a specific situation.
Etymology
The term "la advertencia" comes from the Spanish verb "advertir," meaning to warn or notify. It traces back to the Latin word "advertere," which means to turn one's attention to something. Did you know that "advertencia" literally involves turning your attention to avoid danger?
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"La advertencia" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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