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careful
[/ˈkeərfl/]
adjective
cuidadoso
1.
giving attention to avoiding harm or mistakes; cautious
Be careful when crossing the street.
Tenha cuidado ao atravessar a rua.
2.
done with or showing attention to detail; thorough
She made a careful analysis of the data.
Ela fez uma análise cuidadosa dos dados.
3.
protective or concerned about something
He is careful about his health.
Ele é cuidadoso com sua saúde.
Synonyms
cautious
attentive
meticulous
thorough
prudent
watchful
Antonyms
careless
reckless
negligent
heedless
sloppy
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
cuidadoso
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
cuidadoso
standard usage; may also hear 'com cuidado'
São Paulo
cuidadoso
standard usage; formal and informal contexts
Portugal
cuidadoso
standard usage; also 'atencioso' in some contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
be careful what you wish for
careful consideration
proceed with caution
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