sorgsam
careful
The German word "sorgsam" is an adjective that means "careful," "diligent," or "cautious." It implies a sense of attentiveness and meticulousness in handling tasks or situations. The word is derived from "sorgen," meaning "to care" or "to worry."
Similar words in German include "vorsichtig" (cautious), "achtzaam" (watchful), and "detailliert" (detailed).
The difference between "sorgsam" and these similar words is that "sorgsam" specifically emphasizes a careful and attentive approach, particularly in respect to completing tasks with diligence, whereas "vorsichtig" focuses more broadly on being cautious and avoiding danger, and "detailliert" is about paying attention to specifics rather than general care or caution.
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Examples
Kinder sollten sorgsam mit ihren Spielsachen umgehen.adverb
Children should handle their toys carefully.
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