Lesson 198-- The multiple meanings of look out

Today's lesson involves three phrases using the verb look.  They are quite different, but not too difficult.  I think you will find them useful.

 

Look out! = this is used to indicate danger.  We also use watch out.

e.g.  Look out!  That car might crash into us!

Look out for something = this is used to say be careful of a danger, or pay attention because you might see it while you are doing something else.

e.g.  Look out for snakes.

       Please look out for a nice English-English dictionary when you are in the city.

Look out for someone = take care of them, be concerned about them and their safety.

e.g.  Mathew promised to look out for his younger brother while they were travelling across the country.