el esmero
care
The Spanish word "esmero" refers to care, diligence, or meticulousness in carrying out a task. It denotes putting great effort and attention to detail into doing something well.
Meaning
- Esmero involves applying careful attention, precision, and dedication to make something excellent or of high quality.
- It can be used to describe the quality of workmanship, the way a person executes a task, or the care shown in an action.
Parts
The word itself is a noun and does not decompose into smaller meaningful parts in Spanish. It comes from the verb esmear, which means to take care or treat carefully, but that verb is rarely used on its own today.
Synonyms
- Cuidado (care)
- Dedicación (dedication)
- Esfuerzo (effort)
- Detalle (detail)
- Precisión (precision)
Antonyms
- Negligencia (negligence)
- Descuido (carelessness)
- Indiferencia (indifference)
- Despreocupación (lack of concern)
Usage Example
- "Ella hizo el trabajo con mucho esmero, revisando cada detalle."
(She did the work with great care, checking every detail.)
Summary
"Esmero" is about carefulness and dedication in doing something, ensuring it turns out well. It emphasizes quality and attention to detail.
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Examples
Ella pintó el cuadro con esmero.noun
She painted the picture with care.
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