prudence
gb/pɹˈudəns/ us/pɹˈudəns/
B2
Αγγλικά
~ 4200
Σημασίες
0 σημασίες
Ουσιαστικό
formal
B2
property
1
Careful good judgment
The ability to make good and careful choices so you do not have problems or dangers.
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[someone] shows prudence in [doing something]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'prudence' with 'patience'; however, 'prudence' is about wise and careful decision-making, not waiting calmly.
Συνώνυμα
caution (Focuses more on avoiding danger or harm, sometimes with less emphasis on wisdom.)
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discretion (Highlights careful judgment in deciding what to say or do, often in sensitive situations.)
Αντώνυμα
recklessness (Acting without thinking about risks or consequences.)
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imprudence (Lack of care and good judgment in decision-making.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
exercise prudence
|show prudence
|act with prudence
|display prudence
Θέματα
decision-making
|safety
|ethics
|core_vocabulary
|business
Παραδείγματα
- The board urged prudence when investing in new markets.
- Her prudence kept the company from making a costly mistake.
- He handled the negotiations with great prudence, avoiding any rash promises.
- We must act with prudence to protect our long-term interests.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- She showed prudence when she saved her money.
- His prudence helped him stay safe.
- You need prudence when you drive in the rain.
- They acted with prudence before signing the contract.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
prudence
IPA
GB/pɹˈudəns/
US/pɹˈudəns/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
prudence (1 συλλαβή)
Stress on 1st syllable (prudence)
Τύποι λέξης
Noun
- Base: prudence
- Plural: prudence
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Core family
prudent
adjective B2
prudently
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
imprudent
adjective
imprudence
noun
imprudently
adverb
Advanced or less common
prudential
adjective
Εκφράσεις
act with prudence
1/ˈækt wˈɪθ pɹˈudəns/
fixed phrase
formal
Behave with careful judgment
To do things in a way that is careful and wise so you do not cause problems or danger.
Παραδείγματα
- Investors are advised to act with prudence in volatile markets.
- The committee acted with prudence in delaying the vote.
exercise prudence
1/ˈɛksɚsˌaɪz pɹˈudəns/
fixed phrase
formal
Use careful good judgment
To act in a way that is careful and sensible to avoid danger or problems.
Παραδείγματα
- We must exercise prudence when dealing with confidential information.
- Doctors should exercise prudence when prescribing strong medication.
show prudence
1/ʃˈoʊ pɹˈudəns/
fixed phrase
formal
Demonstrate careful judgment
To make it clear by your actions that you are being careful and wise.
Παραδείγματα
- She showed prudence by checking the contract twice before signing.
- He showed great prudence in handling the sensitive issue.