How to Say ‘Be careful!’ in Simplified Chinese
注意安全！
zhù yì ān quán
[joo-ee ahn-chwen]
💬 Usage Tip: 注意 + noun is a very common warning pattern: 注意安全, 注意身体, 注意保暖. It sounds direct but caring, especially when someone is leaving.
Phrase Breakdown
注意
zhù yì
[joo-ee]
to be careful; to pay attention
Used to give a warm reminder. As a New Year message it shows care for someone’s well-being.
回家路上注意安全！
Be safe on the way home!
安全
ān quán
[ahn-chwen]
safety; safe
Refers to personal safety; often follows 注意 to form a fixed phrase.
开车去拜年，注意安全！
If you’re driving to give New Year greetings, be safe!
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