adjective
varsam
careful
Definition & meaning
The adjective varsam describes someone or something that acts with great care, caution, or gentleness. It implies a sense of mindfulness and consideration to avoid causing harm, damage, or disturbance.
- Careful and cautious: Acting in a way that minimizes risk or avoids mistakes (e.g., being careful when handling fragile items).
- Gentle and tender: Treating someone or something with physical softness or emotional sensitivity.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- Adjective: varsam (singular masculine/feminine), varsamt (neuter), varsamma (plural/definite form).
- It is often used in adverbial form as varsamt.
Word origin: The word is derived from the Old Swedish var (meaning aware, cautious, or watchful) combined with the suffix -sam (indicating a quality or tendency, similar to "-some" in English). Etymologically, it is related to the English word "wary."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Försiktig (cautious)
- Aktsam (careful/mindful)
- Skonsam (gentle/sparing)
- Varsko (though often used as a verb for "to warn," it shares the same root of alertness)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Var varsam med koppen.adjective
Be careful with the cup.
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