non fare attenzione
to not pay attentionNon fare attenzione al rumore, per favore.
Please don't pay attention to the noise.
To fail to notice or focus on something; to ignore.
Ha detto che non fa attenzione alle regole.
He said he doesn't pay attention to the rules.
Non fare attenzione a quello che dicono gli altri.
Don't pay attention to what others say.
Commonly used in everyday speech to indicate lack of focus or disregard.
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Pro Tip
Common Mistake
Avoid using 'non fare attenzione' to mean 'to not care' in the sense of indifference. For indifference, use 'non importare' or 'non curarsi di'.
Gold Rule
Contextual Usage
Use 'non fare attenzione' when referring to a lack of focus or noticing something, not when expressing emotional indifference.
Word Origin
The phrase combines the negation 'non' with the verb 'fare' (to do/make) and 'attenzione' (attention), derived from Latin 'attentio' (attention). The structure is a direct negation of the action of paying attention.
Usage Notes
This phrase is used in both formal and informal contexts. It can imply negligence or simply a lack of focus, depending on the situation.