circonspect
/siʁ.kɔ̃s.pɛ/
French B2 · Upper-intermediateadjectiveDescribing things
circonspect (adjective) is French for “cautious”. Careful to avoid danger or mistakes.
Persian: محتاط
Meaning of circonspect
| Word | circonspect |
|---|---|
| English | cautious |
| Persian | محتاط |
| Pronunciation | /siʁ.kɔ̃s.pɛ/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Level | B2 (Upper-intermediate) |
Careful to avoid danger or mistakes.
Example sentence
Sois circonspect quand tu conduis dans le brouillard.
Be cautious when you drive in the fog.
هنگام رانندگی در مه محتاط باش.
Word forms of circonspect
| Word class | Form |
|---|---|
| adjective | circonspect |
| noun | circonspection |
Synonyms of circonspect
Common phrases with circonspect
- une approche prudente
- être circonspect
- prudemment optimiste
Related French words
prudentcareful · A2adéquatadequate · B2capablecapable · B2complexecomplex · B2flexibleflexible · B2authentiquegenuine · B2fiablereliable · B2significatifsignificant · B2
Questions about circonspect
What does circonspect mean?
circonspect (adjective) is French for "cautious". Careful to avoid danger or mistakes.
What is the Persian meaning of circonspect?
circonspect means محتاط in Persian.
What level is the word circonspect?
circonspect is a French B2 (upper-intermediate) word.
What is another word for circonspect?
Words close in meaning to circonspect include prudent.
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