B2adjectiverelationshipsemotions
US/ˈθɑːt.fəl/
UK/ˈθɔːt.fəl/
kind and always thinking about what other people need; also, quiet and thinking seriously
In context
It was very thoughtful of you to bring soup when I was sick.
He's a thoughtful boss who remembers everyone's birthday.
She went quiet and looked thoughtful for a moment before she answered.
Words that go with thoughtful
adjective + noun
- thoughtful giftA handwritten card can be a more thoughtful gift than something expensive.
- thoughtful personMy grandmother was the most thoughtful person I've ever known.
- thoughtful lookHe gave me a thoughtful look and then nodded slowly.
- thoughtful discussionThe class had a thoughtful discussion about social media.
adjective + preposition
- thoughtful ofHow thoughtful of you to remember my exam date!
adverb + adjective
- very thoughtfulThat was a very thoughtful thing to say.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
It was thoughtful for you to help me.Correct: It was thoughtful of you to help me.