Also means
conscientious, caring
Usage Note
Sorgsam describes careful, attentive behaviour applied either to tasks or people. It is always positive; sorgsamer Umgang mit Ressourcen (careful handling of resources) appears in environmental contexts, while sorgsam erzogen (carefully raised) appears in social discourse.
Examples
"Sie verpackte die zerbrechlichen Gegenstände sorgsam vor dem Umzug."
Natural Translation
She carefully wrapped the fragile items before the move.
Literal Translation
She packed the fragile objects carefully before the move.
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