Spanish Expression · Intermediate
tener cuidado
to be careful
Pronunciation: teh-NEHR kwee-DAH-doh
Meaning
A common expression for telling someone to be careful.
Example
Tenga cuidado con el escalón.
Be careful with the step.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice tener cuidado out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Spanish expression.