Cuidé (en. I took care of)

/kwiˈðe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To pay attention and take care of something.

I made sure not to forget the gift.

Cuidé que no se me olvidara el regalo.

To protect or be attentive to something or someone.

I took care of my brother during his illness.

Cuidé de mi hermano durante su enfermedad.

To keep something in good condition.

I took care of the car so it wouldn't get damaged.

Cuidé el coche para que no se dañara.

From Latin 'cūdo', which means 'to protect' or 'to guard'.

take care of appearances

Pay attention to appearance or behavior.

cuidar las formas

be careful with

Warning about something that may be dangerous or problematic.

cuidado con

take care of someone

Being responsible for another person's well-being.

cuidar a alguien

care

Attention and caution in actions.

cuidado

careful

Someone who is careful or meticulous.

cuidadoso

to care

To take actions to protect or preserve.

cuidar

To be overly protective of someone.

Don't be so overprotective, let him be free.

No seas tan cuidón, déjalo ser libre.

To be attentive or alert.

Today the group is on caretaker duty, take good care.

Hoy está de cuidador el grupo, cuiden mucho.