English Expression · Intermediate
look out
To be vigilant and aware often as an imperative to alert a person to danger
Pronunciation: say look out
Meaning
To be vigilant and aware often as an imperative to alert a person to danger.
Example
While you're in the city center, look out for the dodgy street vendors.
While you're in the city center, look out for the dodgy street vendors.
Practice tips
- Practice look out out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.