Esmero (en. Care)

/esˈmeɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Careful attention and dedication in the execution of something.
The diligence in preparing the dinner was evident in every dish.
El esmero en la preparación de la cena se notó en cada plato.
Quality of being done with care.
The presentation of the report was a reflection of the author’s diligence.
La presentación del informe fue un reflejo del esmero del autor.
Effort and dedication in fulfilling a task.
The student showed diligence in his final studies.
El estudiante mostró esmero en sus estudios finales.

Etymology

From Latin 'exmerere', meaning 'to deserve excessively' or 'to arrange with care.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to do something with diligence
Performing a task with great care and attention.
hacer algo con esmero
diligence at work
Special dedication and attention in the execution of tasks.
esmero en el trabajo

Related Words

to refine
To do something with more care or intensity.
esmerar
refined
That is carried out with great diligence.
esmerado

Slang Meanings

To pay special attention.
He applied diligence when explaining the project.
Él esmero al explicarle el proyecto.
To do something very carefully.
I need to apply more diligence in my tasks.
Necesito esmerar más en mis tareas.