Meaning
caring, thoughtful
- showing care and attention to others
- kind in a practical, attentive way
In a sentence
Mia nonna è sempre premurosa con tutti.
My grandmother is always caring toward everyone.
Sei stato premuroso con tua sorella?
Were you thoughtful toward your sister?
Il vicino non è molto premuroso.
The neighbor is not very caring.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| premuroso | masculine · singular |
| premurosa | feminine · singular |
| premurosi | masculine · plural |
| premurose | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Usually used for people and behavior: un padre premuroso.
- Close to attento and affettuoso, but more about practical care.
- Agrees in gender and number: premuroso, premurosa, premurosi, premurose.