negligence
BrE /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒəns/ AmE /ˈnɛɡ.lɪ.dʒəns/
noun en → es
failure to take proper care or attention, especially in a job or legal situation
descuido, negligencia
- negligence in doing sth
Collocations professional negligence · medical negligence
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The company was found guilty of health and safety negligence.
La empresa fue declarada culpable de negligencia en materia de salud y seguridad.
carelessness or lack of attention, especially in a particular situation
descuido, falta de atención
- negligence in doing sth
Collocations road traffic negligence · traffic negligence
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The accident was caused by the driver's negligence.
El accidente fue causado por la negligencia del conductor.