prudence
gb/pɹˈudəns/ us/pɹˈudəns/
B2
Englanti
~ 4200
Merkitykset
0 merkitystä
Substantiivi
formal
B2
property
1
Careful good judgment
The ability to make good and careful choices so you do not have problems or dangers.
Käyttömalli:
[someone] shows prudence in [doing something]
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse 'prudence' with 'patience'; however, 'prudence' is about wise and careful decision-making, not waiting calmly.
Synonyymit
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.)
Antonyymit
recklessness (Acting without thinking about risks or consequences.)
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imprudence (Lack of care and good judgment in decision-making.)
Kollokaatiot
exercise prudence
|show prudence
|act with prudence
|display prudence
Teemat
decision-making
|safety
|ethics
|core_vocabulary
|business
Esimerkit
- 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.
Oppijaesimerkit
- 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.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
prudence
IPA
GB/pɹˈudəns/
US/pɹˈudəns/
Tavut ja painotus
prudence (1 tavu)
Stress on 1st syllable (prudence)
Taivutusmuodot
Noun
- Base: prudence
- Plural: prudence
Sanaperhe
Core family
prudent
adjective B2
prudently
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
imprudent
adjective
imprudence
noun
imprudently
adverb
Advanced or less common
prudential
adjective
Ilmaukset
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.
Esimerkit
- 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.
Esimerkit
- 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.
Esimerkit
- She showed prudence by checking the contract twice before signing.
- He showed great prudence in handling the sensitive issue.