🇬🇧 Thoughtful meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

Being thoughtful means you care about other people’s feelings and you stop to think carefully before you speak or do something, so you can be kind, helpful, and not accidentally hurt anyone.

My thoughtful brother gave me the last slice of pizza, then stared at it like a sad, hungry hero in a movie.

Mom was so thoughtful she packed my lunch with a little love note and zero broccoli, which is the greatest kindness of all.

Our thoughtful teacher gave us extra recess, which is the international language of kindness for children.

The thoughtful dog dropped its favorite toy in my lap when I was sad, then licked my face like a very drooly therapist.

The thoughtful librarian whispered, “Good luck,” when I checked out a 500-page book about long division.

Anna found a cold, wet puppy under a bench. Her thoughtful hands wrapped it in a scarf, a thoughtful act. She left a bowl of warm milk and a thoughtful note for its owner. A thoughtful neighbor covered the bowl at night. In the morning the puppy slept safe and wagged its tail; the owner gave a thoughtful smile.

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This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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