Word
caring
Phoneticscar·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɛɹɪŋ/
UK/kˈeəɹɪŋ/
Definitions
01kind and empathetic
B1 · Intermediate
adj. kind and helpful toward other people.
adj. displaying kindness, empathy, and concern for the well-being of others.
“He is a very caring person who always listens to his friends' problems.”
“The hospital staff were exceptionally caring, providing emotional support to the family during a very difficult week.”
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02the act of looking after someone
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the work or process of looking after someone who is sick, old, or young.
n. the act or process of providing for the needs, health, and safety of another person.
“Caring for an elderly relative can be a very rewarding experience.”
“The government is reviewing the financial support available for those whose primary responsibility is the full-time caring of disabled family members.”
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Etymology
From care + -ing. The adjective follows from the verb.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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