atentos
/ah-TEN-tohs/
attentive
Being 'atentos' means paying close attention, like a child observing nature.
atentos(adjective)
attentive
?paying close attention
watchful
?looking out for something
,mindful
?being aware of surroundings
📝 In Action
Los niños están muy atentos a la historia.
A1The children are very attentive to the story.
Por favor, manténganse atentos a las señales.
A2Please, stay watchful for the signs.
Estamos atentos a cualquier cambio en el plan.
B1We are mindful of any changes in the plan.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Estar' for Focus
When you use 'atentos' with the verb 'estar,' it describes a temporary state of focusing right now.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender and Number
Mistake: "Using 'atentos' for a group of only women."
Correction: Use 'atentas' for women. 'Atentos' is for a group of men or a mixed group of men and women.
⭐ Usage Tips
Stay alert!
Use 'estar atentos' when you want to tell a group of people to keep their eyes peeled or listen up.
Being 'atentos' also means being polite and showing good manners toward others.
atentos(adjective)
polite
?having good manners
courteous
?showing respect
,thoughtful
?considering others' needs
📝 In Action
Fueron muy atentos con nosotros durante la visita.
B1They were very thoughtful toward us during the visit.
Sus hijos son chicos muy atentos.
A2Their sons are very polite boys.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'Ser' for Personality
When you use 'atentos' with the verb 'ser,' you are describing a permanent character trait of being a polite person.
⭐ Usage Tips
Complimenting Manners
If someone's children or employees are very helpful and nice, describe them as 'muy atentos' to pay them a high compliment.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: atentos
Question 1 of 2
If you want to say a group of mixed students are paying attention to the teacher right now, you would say:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'atentos' only refer to men?
Not necessarily! In Spanish, the masculine plural 'atentos' is used for a group of men OR a mixed group of men and women. Use 'atentas' only if the group is 100% female.
What is the difference between 'ser atentos' and 'estar atentos'?
'Ser atentos' means the people are generally polite and well-mannered. 'Estar atentos' means they are focusing or listening to something specific at this moment.