Spanish Conversation · Level 146
30 words
Spanish word
cuidadoso
Pronunciation
IPA/kwiðaˈðoso/
Meaning
- adjectivecareful
Example
Debes ser cuidadoso al firmar el contrato.
You should be careful when signing the contract.
More examples
La enfermera es cuidadosa con las dosis de los pacientes.
The nurse is careful with the patients' doses.
Core concept
Person inspecting a fragile package.
Common phrases
ser cuidadoso con
be careful with
muy cuidadoso
very careful
persona cuidadosa
careful person
Similar words
atento: Notices people and surroundings and stays alert to others' needs and signals.
prudente: Uses calm, cautious judgment to assess situations and avoid danger.
precavido: Takes precautions in advance to prepare for possible problems or hazards.
minucioso: Examines tasks or items thoroughly, checking fine details for accuracy.
Definition in Spanish
Que actúa con cuidado y presta atención a los detalles para evitar errores, daños o riesgos.
Word origin
Formed from cuidar plus adjectival suffix -oso, where cuidar ultimately comes from Latin cavēre/cautio meaning to beware, so cuidadoso literally means full of care.
Usage tips
- Ser cuidadoso denotes a habitual quality, whereas tener cuidado or the interjection cuidado serves as a temporary warning.