Grammar fix
a growing awareness
increasing recognition (of an issue or fact)
a situation where more and more people are starting to notice or understand something important, often leading to change or action.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
There is a growing awareness of the importance of mental health in the workplace.
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the need for healthier eating habits among young people.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: There is a growing awareness about of the risks.
Say: There is a growing awareness of the risks.
'Awareness OF something' — don't double up 'about of'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Cognizance' is rare and legalistic; 'awareness' is the normal word.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a growing awareness of
- the dangers
- the issue
- the need
- the impact