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    Descuidado (en. Careless)

    /des.kwiˈða.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Not paying attention to something, acting without care.
    His careless appearance spoke volumes about his emotional state.
    Su apariencia descuidada decía mucho de su estado emocional.
    Unwise or not considering the consequences of one's actions.
    He was careless for driving without paying attention to traffic signs.
    Fue un descuidado al manejar sin prestar atención a las señales de tráfico.
    Lacking order or care in appearance.
    The house was neglected, with the garden full of weeds.
    La casa estaba descuidada, con el jardín lleno de malas hierbas.

    Etymology

    From the prefix 'des-', which implies negation, and 'cuidados', related to caring.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be careless
    Not paying attention to what surrounds one.
    estar descuidado
    to do something carelessly
    To perform a task without sufficient care.
    hacer algo de manera descuidada
    to see a neglected place
    To observe a space that is not well maintained.
    ver un lugar descuidado

    Related Words

    care
    Attention and diligence in what one does.
    cuidado
    to neglect
    To stop taking care of something or someone.
    descuidar
    careless
    What results from a lack of care.
    descuidado

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a state of personal or emotional disorder.
    Since he was left, he has been very careless.
    Desde que lo dejaron, ha estado muy descuidado.
    Negligent in relationships or commitments.
    He is very careless with his promises; he never keeps them.
    Es muy descuidado con sus promesas, nunca las cumple.