French Conversation · Level 164
30 words
French word
soigneusement
Pronunciation
IPA/swaɲøzəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- adverbcarefully
Example
Regarde soigneusement avant de traverser.
Look carefully before crossing.
More examples
Il a emballé le cadeau soigneusement pour l'envoyer.
He carefully wrapped the gift to send it.
Core concept
A task carried out with careful attention to each detail and step.
Common phrases
choisir soigneusement
choose carefully
préparer soigneusement
prepare carefully
emballer soigneusement
wrap carefully
Similar words
attentivement: With close attention while watching or listening.
prudemment: Cautiously, to reduce the risk of danger.
délicatement: Gently, with a light touch to avoid causing damage.
Definition in French
D'une manière attentive et minutieuse, en prenant soin des détails et des étapes.
Word origin
Soigneusement is formed from the adjective soigneux with the adverbial suffix -ment and is related to soigner, meaning to care for or tend.
Usage tips
- Soigneusement usually describes careful execution or preparation, whereas attentivement more directly describes focused attention while looking or listening.