ser prudente

[sɛr pru'dẽtʃi]

verb phrase

to be prudent, to be careful, to be cautious

1. to exercise caution and careful judgment in one's actions or decisions

You should be prudent before making such an important decision.

Você deve ser prudente antes de tomar uma decisão tão importante.

2. to act with discretion and wisdom, avoiding unnecessary risks

It is wise to be prudent when dealing with strangers.

É sábio ser prudente ao lidar com estranhos.

NYC Slang

play it safe, watch yourself

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General Brazilian

ser prudente

standard usage across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

ser prudente

common in formal and informal contexts

São Paulo

ser prudente

frequently used in business and professional settings

Portugal

ser prudente

standard European Portuguese usage

ser prudente com as palavras

mais vale ser prudente que arrepender-se

prudência é a mãe da segurança

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