Japanese

しんちょう
Meaning: careful; cautious; prudent; deliberate
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

慎
重

Example sentences

The teacher carefully considered the student's proposal.
現在の経済状況を考慮すると、慎重な判断が求められる。
Considering the current economic situation, a cautious judgment is required.
周囲の状況を考慮しつつ、慎重に計画を進める必要があります。
Considering the surrounding situation, we need to proceed with the plan carefully.
彼は上司の顔色を窺いながら、慎重に話し始めた。
He started speaking cautiously while gauging his boss's reaction.
彼は慎重に歩を進めた。
He carefully advanced his steps.
彼の言動はいつも慎重だ。
His words and actions are always cautious.
来年度の予算案を慎重に検討する。
We will carefully examine the budget proposal for the next fiscal year.
工事現場では、作業員が慎重に足場を組んでいる。
At the construction site, workers are carefully setting up the scaffolding.
慎重な検討が好ましい。
Careful consideration is desirable.
その重要案件について、会議で慎重に審議された。
That important matter was carefully deliberated at the meeting.

Usage Notes

Describes an attitude of being attentive and avoiding impulsive actions.

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