English–Spanish
“caution” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾuˈðenθja/
Example
Actúa con prudencia cuando cruzas la calle.
Act with caution when you cross the street.
How to say “caution” in Spanish
“Caution” in Spanish is prudencia.
Person hesitating at a curb and looking both ways before crossing a street.
Example sentences with prudencia
Con prudencia se evitan malentendidos en conversaciones delicadas.
With caution, misunderstandings are avoided in delicate conversations.
Tips for using prudencia
- 'Actuar con prudencia' is used when giving advice or a gentle warning and describes an overall cautious attitude, whereas precaución normally names specific safety measures.
Other Spanish words for “caution”
Ten precaución al cruzar la calle.
Take caution when crossing the street.