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prudent behavior

[ˈpruːdənt bɪˈheɪvjər]
noun phrasefemininepl: comportamentos prudentes / condutas prudentes
comportamento prudente
1. Careful and sensible conduct that avoids unnecessary risks or harm; wise and cautious behavior
Her prudent behavior during the financial crisis helped her save money.
Seu comportamento prudente durante a crise financeira ajudou-a a poupar dinheiro.
2. Acting with foresight and discretion; showing good judgment in practical matters
The manager's prudent behavior in handling the dispute prevented a major conflict.
O comportamento prudente do gerente ao lidar com a disputa evitou um grande conflito.
Synonyms
cautious behaviorwise conductsensible behaviordiscreet conductjudicious behavior
Antonyms
reckless behaviorimprudent conductcareless behaviorfoolish conduct

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento prudente / conduta prudente
Most common usage in modern Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento sensato
Alternative emphasizing sensibility and good sense
São Paulo
atitude prudente / postura prudente
Business and formal contexts often use these terms
Portugal
comportamento prudente / conduta judiciosa
Conduta judiciosa is more formal and traditional in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

playing it safe
looking before you leap
being on the safe side
medir as palavras
agir com ponderação
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