B2adjectivesocietyenvironment
US/əˈwer/
UK/əˈweə/
knowing that something exists or is happening
In context
Are you aware of the new rules about working from home?
Young people today are more aware of environmental problems.
I wasn't aware that the deadline had been changed.
Words that go with aware
adjective + preposition
- aware ofCustomers should be aware of the risks of online shopping.
adverb + adjective
- fully awareI'm fully aware that this job is not easy.
- well awareShe was well aware of the problem but did nothing.
- increasingly awarePeople are increasingly aware of the dangers of sugar.
- environmentally awareEnvironmentally aware shoppers bring their own bags.
- politically awareUniversity students are often more politically aware.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We should aware of the dangers.Correct: We should be aware of the dangers.
Incorrect:
I'm aware about the problem.Correct: I'm aware of the problem.