Bedeutung
To become attentive and cautious, usually due to suspicion or warning.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Used frequently in rural settings to describe watching out for wild animals or intruders. Used in office environments to describe catching wind of a rumor. Often used by authors to build suspense in mystery novels.
Context is key
Always use it when something triggers a sudden change in your attention.
Bedeutung
To become attentive and cautious, usually due to suspicion or warning.
Context is key
Always use it when something triggers a sudden change in your attention.
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1 FragenYes, if the surprise makes you alert or curious.
Verwandte Redewendungen
चौकन्ना होना
synonymTo be vigilant
कान देना
similarTo listen
