Spanish Conversation · Level 133
44 words
Spanish word
prudencia
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾuˈðenθja/
Meaning
- feminine nouncaution
Example
Actúa con prudencia cuando cruzas la calle.
Act with caution when you cross the street.
More examples
Con prudencia se evitan malentendidos en conversaciones delicadas.
With caution, misunderstandings are avoided in delicate conversations.
Core concept
Person hesitating at a curb and looking both ways before crossing a street.
Common phrases
con prudencia
with caution
por prudencia
out of caution
Similar words
cuidado: Pays close attention to details to prevent danger or mistakes.
precaución: Takes concrete measures to prevent accidents or other hazards.
cautela: Acts with deliberate caution and restraint to avoid possible risks.
Definition in Spanish
Actitud o disposición para evitar riesgos mediante reflexión y cuidado.
Word origin
From Latin prudentia 'foresight', via prudens 'foreseeing', originally meaning careful forethought that leads someone to avoid risks through reflection and care.
Usage tips
- '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 meanings
- carefulnessnoun
- watchfulnessnoun
Opposites
- temeridadrecklessnessnoun
Related words
- prudenteprudentadjective
- imprudenteimprudentadjective