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careless in German

careless in German is nachlässig, fahrlässig, leichtfertig — careless means not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.

careless in German

nachlässig
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
fahrlässig
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
leichtfertig
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
säumig
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
unachtsam
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
leichtsinnig
adj
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]

What does "careless" mean?

  1. adjective Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.
    "A careless mistake cost them the contract."
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careless in a sentence

  • A careless mistake cost them the contract.
  • He's always careless with his keys and loses them constantly.

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What is "careless" in German?

"careless" in German is nachlässig, fahrlässig, leichtfertig. careless means: Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.

How do you use "careless" in a sentence?

Example: "A careless mistake cost them the contract." In German, "careless" is nachlässig, fahrlässig, leichtfertig.

Are there other ways to say "careless" in German?

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "careless": nachlässig, fahrlässig, leichtfertig, säumig, unachtsam, leichtsinnig.

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