beachten
Translation
to pay attention to, to observe, to consider, to heed
Examples
Bitte beachten Sie die Verkehrsregeln.
Please observe the traffic rules.
Man muss seine Worte beachten.
One must pay attention to one's words.
Wir beachten Ihre Wünsche bei der Planung.
We will consider your wishes in the planning.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to pay attention to, to observe (sth.) Please observe the rules.
Similar Words
Synonyms: berücksichtigen (to consider), respektieren (to respect); Antonyms: ignorieren (to ignore), missachten (to disregard)
Etymology
Comes from the prefix 'be-' (which often makes verbs transitive) and 'achten' (to pay attention, to respect). It signifies directing one's attention to something.
Memory Tips
Imagine a sign that says 'BE AWARE' and 'ACHTUNG!'. 'Beachten' combines these ideas: be aware of and pay attention to something.