cautioned

UK
/ˈkɔːʃənd/
US
/ˈkɔʃənd/

Translations

cautionverb

cautioned

Past Simple

cautioned
Past Simple
cautioned
Past Participle
cautioning
Gerund
UK
/ˈkɔːʃən/
US
/ˈkɔʃən/
mettre en garde
The teacher cautioned the students to be careful when handling the chemicals in the lab.
L'enseignant a mis en garde les élèves contre les dangers liés à la manipulation des produits chimiques au laboratoire.
Additional translations
avertirPlus général; selon le contexte, peut aussi se rendre par « mettre en garde ».

Definitions

cautionverb
To warn or advise someone to be careful or to take heed of potential danger or problems.
The teacher cautioned the students to be careful when handling the chemicals in the lab.
To give a formal warning to someone, especially in a legal or official context.
The police officer cautioned the driver for speeding.