prudence
gb/pɹˈudəns/ us/pɹˈudəns/
B2
Ingles
~ 4200
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pangngalan
formal
B2
property
1
Careful good judgment
The ability to make good and careful choices so you do not have problems or dangers.
Padron ng paggamit:
[someone] shows prudence in [doing something]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse 'prudence' with 'patience'; however, 'prudence' is about wise and careful decision-making, not waiting calmly.
Mga kasingkahulugan
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.)
Mga kasalungat
recklessness (Acting without thinking about risks or consequences.)
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imprudence (Lack of care and good judgment in decision-making.)
Mga kolokasyon
exercise prudence
|show prudence
|act with prudence
|display prudence
Mga tema
decision-making
|safety
|ethics
|core_vocabulary
|business
Mga Halimbawa
- 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.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- 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.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
prudence
IPA
GB/pɹˈudəns/
US/pɹˈudəns/
Mga pantig at diin
prudence (1 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (prudence)
Mga anyo ng salita
Noun
- Base: prudence
- Plural: prudence
Mga kaugnay na salita
Core family
prudent
adjective B2
prudently
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
imprudent
adjective
imprudence
noun
imprudently
adverb
Advanced or less common
prudential
adjective
Mga ekspresyon
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.
Mga Halimbawa
- 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.
Mga Halimbawa
- 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.
Mga Halimbawa
- She showed prudence by checking the contract twice before signing.
- He showed great prudence in handling the sensitive issue.