tarkkaavaisuus — meaning in English

English meaning

• attention noun The mental effort or focus given to something.
• caution noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
• vigilance noun Careful and continuous attention, especially to spot possible danger or trouble.

Senses

tarkkaavaisuus is used for these senses in English:

• attention (uncountable) Mental focus.
• caution A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.
• vigilance Alert watchfulness.

attention — full definition

1. noun The mental effort or focus given to something.
2. noun Special care, notice, or romantic interest shown toward someone.
3. noun A formal, alert standing posture used especially by soldiers.
4. intj Used to call for silence or focus before an announcement.

caution — full definition

1. noun Careful attention to avoid danger or mistakes.
2. noun A formal warning given by police instead of pursuing prosecution for a minor offense (chiefly UK).
3. verb To warn someone about a risk or potential consequence.

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