warn
beginnerA1/wɔrn/ · warn
to inform someone of a possible danger or problem.
Meanings
to inform someone of a possible danger or problem.
کسی کو خطرے یا مسئلے کی ممکنہ حیثیت سے آگاہ کرنا۔
خبردار کرنا
khabardar karna
Common Collocations
- warn about danger
- warn someone of trouble
- warn of consequences
Example Sentences
I warned him about the heavy rain.
میں نے اسے شدید بارش کے بارے میں خبردار کیا۔
main ne use shadeed barish ke bare mein khabardar kiya.
The teacher warned the students not to talk during the exam.
استاد نے طلباء کو امتحان کے دوران بات نہ کرنے کی تنبیہ کی۔
ustaad ne talba ko imtihan ke doran baat na karne ki tanbeeh ki.
She warned her friend about the risks of the project.
اس نے اپنے دوست کو پروجیکٹ کے خطرات کے بارے میں خبردار کیا۔
us ne apne dost ko project ke khatarat ke bare mein khabardar kiya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of warning signs as bright alerts needing attention.
Imagine a road sign warning drivers of danger ahead.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
آگاہ کرنے والا ہے، سنو تو سہی
agaah karne wala hai, suno to sahi
The one who warns is here; just listen.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "warnian" — to take care, to heed
First known use: 15th century
The word has its roots in Old English, indicating a call for attention or caution.