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Mind the gap: why "be ware" isn't right
Anwar Kareem 13/10/2024, 15:27English.me team member
What kind of error is it?
Spelling/Usage error
Why do people make this mistake?
The phrase "be ware" is an incorrect attempt to spell the word "beware." People might mistakenly think that the phrase consists of two separate words due to the way it sounds.
What is correct?
The correct spelling is "beware", which is a single word used as a verb meaning to be cautious or wary of something.
Examples of correct usage
- Beware of the dog.
- You should beware of the slippery floor.
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