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prudent people

[ˈpruːdənt ˈpiːpəl]
noun phrase
pessoas prudentes
1. individuals who exercise good judgment, discretion, and careful consideration in their actions and decisions
Prudent people save money for emergencies.
Pessoas prudentes economizam dinheiro para emergências.
2. those who act with caution and wisdom to avoid unnecessary risk or harm
Prudent people don't make hasty decisions.
Pessoas prudentes não tomam decisões precipitadas.
Synonyms
wise peoplecautious peoplecareful peoplesensible peoplejudicious people
Antonyms
reckless peoplecareless peopleimprudent peoplefoolish peoplehasty people

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pessoas prudentes
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
pessoas prudentes
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

a word to the wise
look before you leap
better safe than sorry
an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
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