B1 Collocation Neutral

Chamar a atenção.

To draw attention.

Significado

To attract notice or make something stand out.

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Contexto cultural

Commonly used in parenting to mean 'to scold'. Used similarly, but often with a slightly more formal tone in schools. Used in social contexts to describe someone who is 'showing off'. Used in media to highlight important issues.

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Preposition check

Always use 'de' after 'atenção' if you are naming the person being noticed.

Significado

To attract notice or make something stand out.

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Preposition check

Always use 'de' after 'atenção' if you are naming the person being noticed.

Ponte a prueba

Complete the sentence.

O novo comercial de TV _________ a atenção de todos.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: chamou

The correct collocation is 'chamar a atenção'.

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Banco de ejercicios

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Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

O novo comercial de TV _________ a atenção de todos.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: chamou

The correct collocation is 'chamar a atenção'.

🎉 Puntuación: /1

Preguntas frecuentes

1 preguntas

It depends on the context. Saying someone is 'chamando a atenção' can imply they are being vain.

Frases relacionadas

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Prestar atenção

contrast

To pay attention

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