French word prudence comes from Latin prudens (Wise, prudent.), Latin provideo

Detailed word origin of prudence

Dictionary entry	Language	Definition
prudens	Latin (lat)	Wise, prudent.
provideo	Latin (lat)	I am cautious; I act with foresight. I foresee. I look after, care for. I provide, see to.
providentia	Latin (lat)	Precaution, providence, forethought.. The ability to see something in advance; foresight, foreknowledge.
prudentia	Latin (lat)	Acquaintance, knowledge. Foresight. Sagacity, prudence, discretion.
prudence	French (fra)	Prudence, caution, care.

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