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Attentive Meaning in English

word

/əˈtɛntɪv/
uh-TEN-tiv
/ɐtˈɛntɪv/
uh-TEN-tiv

释义

If you are attentive, you listen carefully, notice things, or show care for someone else’s needs.

用法与细微差别

'Attentive' is mainly positive and often describes people in service (like 'attentive waiter') or listeners. Common with 'to': 'attentive to details', 'attentive to someone’s needs'. Avoid confusing with 'intent' (focused, with intention) or 'alert' (ready to act).

例句

The teacher was very attentive to the students' questions.

basic

Please be attentive during the meeting.

basic

Her dog is always attentive to her commands.

basic

Wow, you’re really attentive to details. I missed that completely!

natural

He’s such an attentive friend—he always remembers my birthday.

natural

The staff at that hotel are incredibly attentive; they notice everything you need.

natural