B2 Expression Neutral

être à l'affût

to be on the lookout / alert

Practice it

Meaning

To be attentive and ready for something.

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Cultural Background

Used frequently in corporate culture to show proactivity. Used similarly to France, often in news and media. Standard usage in both French and Dutch-speaking areas (via translation). Common in business and political discourse.

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Use 'de'

Always remember to follow 'à l'affût' with 'de' when specifying what you are watching for.

Meaning

To be attentive and ready for something.

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Use 'de'

Always remember to follow 'à l'affût' with 'de' when specifying what you are watching for.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

Il est toujours ______ des nouvelles opportunités.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: à l'affût

The phrase is 'être à l'affût de'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

Il est toujours ______ des nouvelles opportunités.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: à l'affût

The phrase is 'être à l'affût de'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is neutral and professional.

Related Phrases

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Être aux aguets

similar

To be on guard

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Guetter

synonym

To watch for

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