Meaning
careful; attentive
- careful
- attentive
In a sentence
Stai attento quando attraversi la strada.
Be careful when you cross the street.
Sei stato attento durante la lezione?
Were you attentive during the lesson?
Lei è sempre attenta ai dettagli.
She is always mindful of details.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| attento | masculine · singular |
| attenta | feminine · singular |
| attenti | masculine · plural |
| attente | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'attento' for active focus (e.g., 'Sii attento!' = 'Pay attention!'). For passive awareness, use 'vigile'.
- Agrees in gender/number: 'attento' (m.s.), 'attenta' (f.s.), 'attenti' (m.pl.), 'attente' (f.pl.).
- Common mistake: Overusing 'attento' for 'careful' in physical caution. Prefer 'prudente' for safety (e.g., 'Guida prudente').