German Word of the Day
aufmerksam
/AUF-merk-sam/ • adjective — 5th of Feb, 2026
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Meaning: attentive, alert
Examples
- Sei bitte aufmerksam im Unterricht.
(Please be attentive in class.) - Er ist immer aufmerksam gegenüber seinen Freunden.
(He is always attentive to his friends.) - Sie hörte aufmerksam zu, als er sprach.
(She listened attentively while he was speaking.)
Synonyms
- konzentriert
- wachsam
This word is commonly used when encouraging someone to pay attention or be mindful in various situations, such as during a conversation, in a classroom, or while driving.
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