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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/
diligence means: Careful attention and continued effort when doing a task.
noun
CAREFUL EFFORTC1
Careful attention and continued effort when doing a task.
- She checked the figures with diligence.
- The investigation requires care and diligence.
- We praised his diligence in reviewing every document.
HARD WORKC1
The habit of working hard and continuing until a job is done well.
- Her diligence helped her succeed.
- The teacher admired his diligence throughout the year.
- Talent matters, but diligence often matters more.
Questions about diligence
What does diligence mean?
Careful attention and continued effort when doing a task.
What is diligence in other languages?
Türkçe: özen · Español: diligencia · Français: diligence · Deutsch: Sorgfalt · Italiano: diligenza · 日本語: 入念さ
How do you pronounce diligence?
It is pronounced /ˈdɪlɪdʒəns/.
How do you use diligence in a sentence?
She checked the figures with diligence. The investigation requires care and diligence.
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