In the care of Meaning in English
expression
IN thuh KAIR uhv
IN thuh KAIR ov
Definition
Used to show that someone or something is being looked after by a particular person or organization.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal or legal contexts, like hospitals, schools, or pet boarding. Often appears on envelopes ('in the care of John Smith') to direct mail to someone who is responsible. Not used for talking about everyday parenting ('in the care of his mother' sounds formal).
Spanish: al cuidado dePortuguese (BR): sob os cuidados dePortuguese (PT): ao cuidado deChinese (Simplified): 由...照料Chinese (Traditional): 由...照料Hindi: की देखरेख मेंArabic: تحت رعايةBengali: রক্ষণা-বেক্ষণে - তত্ত্বাবধানেRussian: на попечении - под опекойJapanese: 〜の世話になって - 〜の管理下でVietnamese: được chăm sóc bởi - dưới sự chăm sóc củaKorean: ~의 보살핌을 받는 - ~의 관리하에Turkish: korumasında - himayesindeUrdu: نگہداشت میں - زیرِ نگرانیIndonesian: dalam perawatan - di bawah pengawasan
Example Sentences
The baby is in the care of her grandmother today.
basic
This animal is in the care of the rescue center.
basic
Please send the letter in the care of Mr. Lee.
basic
After surgery, she was in the care of a team of specialists.
natural
The puppies are in the care of foster families until adoption.
natural
You can pick up your package at reception, in the care of Sara.
natural