adjective / adverb HSK 6
Traditional 審慎
cautious · prudent · careful · circumspect
Meaning
审慎 describes a careful, thoughtful approach to decision-making or action, emphasizing deliberation and avoiding rashness. It suggests weighing consequences thoroughly before proceeding and is more formal than casual words for 'careful.'
Usage
This is a formal, written-register term commonly found in official documents, news reports, business contexts, and academic writing. It describes serious, measured consideration rather than everyday caution. Often used when discussing policies, investments, or important decisions.
Examples
- 01投资者应该保持审慎的态度，仔细评估风险。, .Investors should maintain a prudent attitude and carefully assess risks.
- 02政府对这项政策采取了审慎的做法。.The government adopted a cautious approach to this policy.
Characters
Common collocations
- 审慎态度cautious attitude
- 审慎考虑to consider carefully
- 审慎决策prudent decision-making
- 保持审慎to remain cautious
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to careful deliberation: 审 involves thorough examination, while 慎 emphasizes carefulness. Together they reinforce the concept of prudent, deliberate consideration.