advierto
“advierto” means “I warn” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
I warn, I advise
Also: I caution
📝 In Action
Te advierto que esa calle es peligrosa de noche.
A2I warn you that street is dangerous at night.
Si no estudias, advierto que suspenderás el examen.
B1If you don't study, I warn you that you will fail the exam.
I notice, I realize
Also: I perceive
📝 In Action
Al leer el informe, advierto un error importante en los cálculos.
B2Upon reading the report, I notice an important error in the calculations.
No advierto ninguna señal de que estén en desacuerdo.
B2I don't notice any sign that they are in disagreement.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "advierto" in Spanish:
i advise→i caution→i notice→i perceive→i realize→i warn→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: advierto
Question 1 of 2
Which meaning of 'advierto' is used in this sentence: 'Advierto que ha habido un cambio en su actitud.'
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *advertere*, meaning 'to turn attention toward' or 'to direct the mind to.' This explains both meanings: turning attention to a danger (warning) or turning attention to a detail (noticing).
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'advierto' have an 'ie' in the middle?
The verb *advertir* is a stem-changing verb. This means the vowel in the middle of the verb ('e') changes to 'ie' when conjugated in the present tense for most forms (I, you, he/she/they). This is a common pattern in Spanish verbs.
Is 'advierto' used more for 'warning' or 'noticing'?
In everyday speech, 'advierto' is much more commonly used to mean 'I warn' or 'I caution.' The meaning 'I notice' is considered more formal or literary.