1. As a noun:
* Paying attention: "Presta atención a lo que te digo" (Pay attention to what I'm telling you).
* Focus: "La atención del público estaba en la cantante" (The public's attention was on the singer).
* Care: "Necesita atención médica" (She needs medical attention).
2. As a verb:
* To pay attention: "Atención, que esto es importante" (Pay attention, this is important).
* To focus on: "Atendió a la conversación" (She paid attention to the conversation).
3. As an exclamation:
* "Attention!" (Used to get someone's attention) "¡Atención!"
The meaning of "atención" can also vary slightly depending on the context, but it generally refers to the act of focusing your mind or senses on something.