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thoughtful

Pronunciation: [ˈθɔːt.fəl]

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Learn how to use thoughtful in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(adjective) when someone shows they care about other people's feelings and thoughts. A thoughtful person thinks about how their actions affect others and tries to be nice.

Example

She gave him a thoughtful gift that showed she understood what he liked.

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It was selfish of him to be so unthoughtful at the party, ignoring others' feelings.

Example

What is the most thoughtful thing you have ever done for someone?

Context: “attention”

(adjective) when someone is deep in thinking or considering something carefully. They might be quiet and focused while they think of ideas or solve problems.

Example

He sat in a thoughtful pose as he tried to solve the math problem.

Example

She wasn't very thoughtful during the meeting; she kept interrupting others.

Example

Why do you look so thoughtful today?

How to pronounce thoughtful

Pronunciation: [ˈθɔːt.fəl]

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