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to observe, to pay attention to, to heed
Achte auf die Verkehrsregeln!
Pay attention to the traffic rules!
Man sollte die Warnsignale achten.
One should heed the warning signs.
Often used with 'auf' (achten auf) to indicate what is being observed.
to respect, to consider
Man muss die Privatsphäre anderer achten.
One must respect others' privacy.
'Achten auf' is a very common collocation meaning 'to pay attention to'.
Achten is often used in formal or official contexts, such as in instructions or legal language.
From Middle High German 'achten', from Old High German 'ahtōn', related to 'acht' (care, attention).
Achten is often used in formal or careful contexts, especially when referring to rules, warnings, or respect.