negligence in German

negligence in German is Nachlässigkeit, Unachtsamkeit, Fahrlässigkeit — negligence means a failure to take proper care, especially when it causes harm.

negligence in German

Nachlässigkeit

noun

The state of being negligent.

Unachtsamkeit

noun

The state of being negligent.

Fahrlässigkeit

noun

(legal, uncountable) The breach of a duty of care: the failure to exercise a standard of care that a reasonable person would have in a similar situation.

Nachlässigkeit

noun

(legal, uncountable) The breach of a duty of care: the failure to exercise a standard of care that a reasonable person would have in a similar situation.

What does "negligence" mean?

noun A failure to take proper care, especially when it causes harm.
"The fire was caused by negligence, not deliberate sabotage."
noun In law, a failure to meet the standard of care a reasonable person would show, resulting in injury or damage.
"The hospital was sued for medical negligence."

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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”.

negligence in a sentence

The fire was caused by negligence, not deliberate sabotage.
The hospital was sued for medical negligence.
The court found the company liable for negligence after the equipment failed.

Similar words in German

carelessness dereliction neglect oversight

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "negligence" in German?

"negligence" in German is Nachlässigkeit, Unachtsamkeit, Fahrlässigkeit. negligence means: A failure to take proper care, especially when it causes harm.

How do you use "negligence" in a sentence?

Example: "The fire was caused by negligence, not deliberate sabotage." In German, "negligence" is Nachlässigkeit, Unachtsamkeit, Fahrlässigkeit.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "negligence": Nachlässigkeit, Unachtsamkeit, Fahrlässigkeit.

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