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thoughtful person

[/ˈθɔːtfəl ˈpɜːrsən/]
noun phrasepl: thoughtful people
pessoa atenciosa
1. A person who shows consideration for others' feelings and needs; someone who thinks carefully before acting
She is a thoughtful person who always remembers her friends' birthdays.
Ela é uma pessoa atenciosa que sempre se lembra dos aniversários de seus amigos.
2. Someone who demonstrates careful deliberation and reflection in their actions and decisions
A thoughtful person takes time to consider all perspectives before making important choices.
Uma pessoa atenciosa leva tempo para considerar todas as perspectivas antes de tomar decisões importantes.
NYC Slang
straight-up decent person / real one
Synonyms
considerate personcaring personreflective personmindful personattentive person
Antonyms
careless personinconsiderate personselfish personreckless person

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
pessoa atenciosa / pessoa pensada
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
pessoa atenciosa
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
pessoa atenciosa / pessoa de bom coração
May emphasize emotional aspect
Portugal
pessoa atenciosa / pessoa considerada
Both terms used; 'considerada' slightly more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a good head on one's shoulders
be in someone's shoes
think before you act
take others into consideration
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