No. 12,181 in French
vigilant
Watchful; alert.
In a sentence
Soyez vigilant lorsque vous traversez la rue.
Be vigilant when crossing the street.
Here, 'vigilant' is used as an adjective to describe a state of alertness and caution necessary when crossing the street.
Les parents doivent rester vigilants face aux dangers de l'Internet.
Parents must remain vigilant about the dangers of the Internet.
In this usage, 'vigilant' serves to express the necessity for parents to maintain awareness and caution towards potential risks online.
Ce chien est très vigilant pour protéger son maître.
This dog is very vigilant in protecting its owner.
Here, 'vigilant' describes the dog's careful and attentive behavior in ensuring the safety of its owner.
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