careful

/ˈkeərfəl/

Syllables care·ful

Stress CARE-ful

Phonics Breakdown

care

/keər/

ar sound

ful

/fəl/

schwa

Meaning

taking care; cautious; attentive

Sound Reference

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care=/keər/(care) + ful=/fəl/(beautiful)

Example

Be careful when you cross the street.