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    Prudente (en. Cautious)

    /pʁydɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who acts cautiously, without taking reckless risks.
    She is always prudent in her investments.
    Elle est toujours prudente dans ses investissements.
    Who takes into account dangers and risks.
    Having a cautious approach is essential in the mountains.
    Avoir une conduite prudente est essentiel en montagne.
    Who knows how to assess situations with discernment.
    It is a prudent decision to verify the facts before acting.
    C'est une décision prudente que de vérifier les faits avant d'agir.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'prudens', meaning 'sensible, wise'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    act with caution
    Making careful and thoughtful decisions.
    agir avec prudence
    as cautious as a cat
    Being very attentive to avoid dangers.
    être prudent comme un chat
    prudent in words
    Choosing one's words carefully to avoid misunderstandings.
    prudent en paroles

    Related Words

    precaution
    Measure taken to avoid danger.
    précaution
    wisdom
    Ability to judge correctly and act with discernment.
    sagesse
    circumspection
    Attitude of caution and vigilance.
    circonspection

    Slang Meanings

    Cautious to the point of being excessive.
    He is so prudent that he never takes risks, not even for a small outing.
    Il est si prudent qu'il ne prend jamais de risques, même pas pour une petite sortie.
    Exaggerated caution in simple situations.
    His way of being is so cautious that it seems he fears the slightest incident.
    Sa manière d'être est tellement prudente qu'on dirait qu'il redoute le moindre incident.