prudent
umsichtig – umsichtiger – am umsichtigsten
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prudent
Acting carefully, thoughtfully, and with foresight, taking possible consequences and dangers into account.
Die umsichtige Ärztin erklärte dem Patienten jeden Schritt der Behandlung.
The prudent doctor explained each step of the treatment to the patient.
| basic form | umsichtig |
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| comparative | umsichtiger |
| superlative | am umsichtigsten |
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'Umsichtig' (prudent) is often used with verbs such as 'handeln' (to act), 'planen' (to plan), and 'vorgehen' (to proceed). Combinations such as 'umsichtige Planung' (prudent planning) and 'umsichtige Führung' (prudent leadership) are also common.
Dank ihrer umsichtigen Planung verlief die Reise ohne Probleme.
Thanks to her prudent planning, the trip went smoothly.
The pattern 'umsichtig mit etwas umgehen' (to handle something prudently) is particularly common. It is followed by 'mit' with the dative; resources, money, data, or people are often mentioned.
Die Mitarbeiterin geht umsichtig mit den vertraulichen Daten um.
The employee handles the confidential data prudently.
'Umsichtig' (prudent) is often used in professional, public, or written contexts, for example when assessing leadership, planning, or a decision.
Der Bericht lobt die umsichtige Leitung während der schwierigen Verhandlungen.
The report praises the prudent leadership during the difficult negotiations.
