careful
Translation
careful
Examples
Be careful with that glass.
Be careful with that glass.
He is a very careful driver.
He is a very careful driver.
Be careful not to wake the baby.
Be careful not to wake the baby.
Grammar Patterns
((with sth.)) to be careful with (sth.) Be careful with that glass.
((to-inf)) to be careful to do (sth.) Be careful not to wake the baby.
((...)) careful He is a very careful driver.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cautious, prudent, meticulous; Antonyms: careless, reckless, negligent
Etymology
From 'care' (attention) + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of care'.
Memory Tips
Think of being 'full' of 'care' when you do something, so you don't make a mistake.