Tener cuidado
Example: Debes tener cuidado al cruzar la calle concurrida.
Definition
"Tener cuidado" means to be cautious or attentive in order to avoid danger or mistakes. It involves paying close attention to one's actions or surroundings, as in the example phrase, 'You must tener cuidado when crossing the busy street.'
Etymology
The phrase "tener cuidado" comes from Spanish, where 'tener' means 'to have' and 'cuidado' means 'care' or 'caution.' Literally, it translates to 'have care,' reflecting a direct way to express the need for attentiveness. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in many Spanish-speaking cultures to advise prudence.
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"Tener cuidado" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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