malpractice in French

malpractice in French is négligence médicale, méconduite — malpractice means improper or negligent treatment of a patient by a doctor or other professional, causing harm.

malpractice in French

négligence médicale

noun

The improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss.

méconduite

noun

(tort law) Improper or unethical conduct by a professional or official person.

What does "malpractice" mean?

noun Improper or negligent treatment of a patient by a doctor or other professional, causing harm.
"The surgeon was accused of malpractice after he operated on the wrong knee."
noun More broadly, unethical or improper conduct by someone in a position of professional trust.
"The accountant was fired for malpractice after he hid errors from his clients."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

malpractice in a sentence

The surgeon was accused of malpractice after he operated on the wrong knee.
The family sued the hospital for medical malpractice.
The accountant was fired for malpractice after he hid errors from his clients.
Investigators looked into possible malpractice at the firm, including falsified reports and ignored rules.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "malpractice" in French?

"malpractice" in French is négligence médicale, méconduite. malpractice means: Improper or negligent treatment of a patient by a doctor or other professional, causing harm.

How do you use "malpractice" in a sentence?

Example: "The surgeon was accused of malpractice after he operated on the wrong knee." In French, "malpractice" is négligence médicale, méconduite.

Are there other ways to say "malpractice" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "malpractice": négligence médicale, méconduite.

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