die Vorsicht
caution
Es bedeutet, dass man aufmerksam ist und aufpasst, damit nichts Gefährliches oder Unerwartetes passiert.
The German noun "Vorsicht" refers to "caution" or "care". It derives from the words "vor", meaning "before", and "sicht", derived from "sehen", meaning "to see" or "sight". In essence, "Vorsicht" reflects the notion of looking ahead to avoid potential dangers or problems. Similar words include "Achtsamkeit" (mindfulness), "Umsicht" (prudence), and "Wachsamkeit" (vigilance). While all these words relate to carefulness, "Vorsicht" often carries an immediate sense of alertness to potential immediate dangers, often appearing in warnings like "Vorsicht, Stufe!" ("Caution, step!").
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Examples
Bitte fahren Sie mit Vorsicht!noun
Please drive with caution!
Vorsicht ist beim Umgang mit Feuer geboten.noun
Caution is advised when handling fire.
Vorsicht ist besser als Nachsicht.noun
Caution is better than hindsight.
Vorsicht hilft in gefährlichen Situationen.noun
Caution helps in dangerous situations.
Vorsicht, der Boden ist nass!interjection
Caution, the floor is wet!
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