留意

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The written form is 留意, read りゅうい. This noun denotes giving particular attention or care to a risk or important matter.
• Basic usage: 足元に留意する describes watching one’s footing on stairs, while 扱いに留意が必要 identifies the care required when handling personal information.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Watching one’s step on stairs
  • Careful attention is directed to each step while descending. Example: 足元に十分留意して階段を下りてください。 — Please watch your step carefully as you descend the stairs.
• Particular care with personal information
  • Handling personal information calls for particular care. Example: 個人情報の扱いには特に留意が必要だ。 — Handling personal information requires particular care.