advertencia
/ahd-vehr-TEHN-syah/
warning
An image depicting a visual warning (advertencia) about immediate danger or risk.
advertencia(noun)
warning
?a caution about danger or risk
,caution
?a piece of advice to be careful
admonition
?formal or serious warning
,alert
?notification of danger
📝 In Action
El cartel de la piscina tenía una advertencia clara sobre la profundidad.
A2The pool sign had a clear warning about the depth.
Ignoró la advertencia del médico y siguió comiendo dulces.
B1He ignored the doctor's warning and kept eating sweets.
Recibió una advertencia por llegar tarde al trabajo tres veces.
B2She received a warning for being late to work three times.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Rule
Even though 'advertencia' starts with 'a,' it is a feminine noun, so you must use 'la' (la advertencia).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Noun and Verb
Mistake: "Using 'advertencia' when you mean the action of warning ('advertir')."
Correction: Remember, 'advertencia' is the thing (the warning itself). The verb is 'advertir' (to warn).
⭐ Usage Tips
Using the Verb Form
The most natural way to say 'to warn' is using the verb 'advertir' (e.g., 'Te advierto que es peligroso' - I warn you that it is dangerous).
This image visually represents a disclaimer (advertencia), where responsibility for an item has been formally relinquished.
advertencia(noun)
disclaimer
?a formal statement denying responsibility
,note
?a preliminary remark in a document
foreword
?a short introduction to a book
📝 In Action
La novela comenzaba con una advertencia sobre el contenido sensible.
B2The novel began with a disclaimer about the sensitive content.
Por favor, lea la advertencia legal antes de usar el software.
C1Please read the legal notice before using the software.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This meaning is usually found in written, official, or legal contexts where the writer needs to specifically alert the reader to a condition or limitation.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: advertencia
Question 1 of 1
Which of these phrases correctly uses the noun 'advertencia'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'advertencia' and 'aviso'?
'Advertencia' usually carries a stronger tone of caution, danger, or possible negative consequence (a serious warning). 'Aviso' is more general and just means 'notice' or 'information' (e.g., 'un aviso de cambio de horario' - a notice of a schedule change).