beware

intransitive-verb
UK: /bɪˈweər/
US: /bɪˈwer/

  1. To be careful of something or someone dangerous.

    1. Beware of the dog in the yard. [ ] [ ]
    2. Those who enter the forest, beware of the creatures lurking in the shadows. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to warn someone to be very careful about something or someone. Indicates potential danger or negative consequences.

    1. Beware of pickpockets in crowded areas. [ ] [ ]
    2. Beware of making promises you cannot possibly keep because it will damage your reputation. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

watch out mind take care
beware noun

  1. A warning to be careful.

    1. Take beware, it's slippery. [ ] [ ]
    2. Heed my words, traveler, and take beware of the ancient curse. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "beware" in English means: To be careful of something or someone dangerous., Used to warn someone to be very careful about something or someone. Indicates potential danger or negative consequences..

The phonetic transcription of "beware" is /bɪˈweər/ in British English and /bɪˈwer/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "beware": watch out, mind, take care.

Example usage of "beware": "Beware of the dog in the yard.". More examples on the page.