English–Chinese
“cautious” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinjǐn shèn
Example
做决定时要谨慎。zuò jué dìng shí yào jǐn shèn
You should be cautious when making decisions.
How to say “cautious” in Chinese
“Cautious” in Chinese is 谨慎 (jǐn shèn).
Careful control of words and decisions when the results may matter.
Example sentences with 谨慎
投资时要谨慎，不要盲目跟风。tóu zī shí yào jǐn shèn bú yào máng mù gēn fēng
Be cautious when investing, and do not blindly follow the crowd.
Tips for using 谨慎
- English speakers often connect caution mainly with danger, but this Chinese word also naturally marks a measured style of thinking and speaking in routine daily situations.