B1 Collocation Neutral

Chamar a atenção.

To draw attention.

Practice it

Meaning

To attract notice or make something stand out.

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Cultural Background

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.

Meaning

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.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

O novo comercial de TV _________ a atenção de todos.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: chamou

The correct collocation is 'chamar a atenção'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

O novo comercial de TV _________ a atenção de todos.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: chamou

The correct collocation is 'chamar a atenção'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

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

Related Phrases

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Prestar atenção

contrast

To pay attention

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