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careful behavior

[/ˈkɛrfəl bɪˈheɪvjər/]
noun phrasepl: careful behaviors
comportamento cuidadoso
1. conduct characterized by caution, attention to detail, and concern for potential consequences or safety
The careful behavior of the surgeon during the operation ensured patient safety.
O comportamento cuidadoso do cirurgião durante a operação garantiu a segurança do paciente.
2. deliberate and thoughtful actions taken to avoid mistakes, accidents, or harm
Careful behavior around electrical equipment is essential in the laboratory.
O comportamento cuidadoso perto de equipamentos elétricos é essencial no laboratório.
Synonyms
cautious behaviorprudent behaviorcircumspect behaviorattentive behaviormindful conduct
Antonyms
reckless behaviorcareless behaviornegligent behaviorheedless conductthoughtless behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento cuidadoso
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
atitude cautelosa
alternative formal expression
Rio de Janeiro
conduta atenta
common alternative phrasing
Portugal
comportamento cuidado
slightly different grammatical structure in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk on eggshells
watch one's step
mind one's p's and q's
tread carefully
play it safe
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