take notice

• Prestar atenção em algo ou alguém; notar ou reconhecer algo, frequentemente depois de ter sido ignorado.

To pay attention to something or someone; to become aware of or acknowledge something, often after ignoring it previously.

1. B1formal

   To become aware of something or someone; to observe or pay attention.

   Prestar atenção

   • She took notice of the warning signs.
   • The manager took notice of his hard work.
   • You should take notice of the new regulations.

2. React or respondB2informal

   To show interest or react to something, often after ignoring it initially.

   Dar atenção

   • He didn't take notice of her advice until it was too late.
   • The company finally took notice of customer complaints.
   • She took notice of the changes in his behavior.