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How to Say ‘Careful.’ in French

Attention, hop!

ah-tahn-syon op

[ah-tahn-syon op]

💬 Usage Tip: Combining ‘Attention’ and ‘Hop’ conveys quick caution and action.

🇫🇷 In France: This phrase might be used in playful scenarios, like chasing a ball bouncing into the street.

Phrase Breakdown

Attention,

ah-tahn-syon

Words in this phrase

Attention

[ah-tahn-syon]

Attention

A caution to be careful or take care.

Example

Attention, ça va tomber!

Attention, it's going to fall!

Hop!

op

Words in this phrase

hop

[op]

hop

An informal word indicating quick movement or start.

Example

Et hop, elle a sauté!

And hop, she jumped!

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