warn

US /wɔːrn/
UK /wɔːrn/
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1.

advertir, avisar

to inform someone in advance of a possible danger, problem, or unpleasant situation

:
We tried to warn them about the approaching storm.
Intentamos advertirles sobre la tormenta que se acercaba.
I warned him not to touch the hot stove.
Le advertí que no tocara la estufa caliente.
2.

aconsejar, informar

to give someone advice or information about something, especially something that might be useful or helpful

:
The doctor warned him against smoking.
El médico le advirtió contra el tabaquismo.
She warned me that the road would be slippery.
Ella me advirtió que la carretera estaría resbaladiza.