CEFR C1

conscientious

Translation

良心的な / 誠実で丁寧な / 責任感のある

Meaning

Conscientious describes someone who tries to do work carefully, thoroughly, and responsibly because they want to do the right thing. It praises dependable effort, not mere intelligence. Do not confuse it with conscious, which means awake or aware.

Examples

  • 彼女は細部まで確認する誠実で丁寧な編集者です。
    She is a conscientious editor who checks every detail.
  • その看護師は患者ごとに慎重で責任ある記録を残しました。
    The nurse kept conscientious records for each patient.