How to Pronounce "negligent"
word
ˈnɛɡɫədʒənt/, /ˈnɛɡɫɪdʒənt
NEG-li-jent
nˈɛɡlɪdʒənt
NEG-li-jent
Definition
If someone is negligent, they fail to take proper care or do something they should, often causing harm or a problem.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɛɡɫədʒənt/, /ˈnɛɡɫɪdʒənt
British English
nˈɛɡlɪdʒənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEG-li-jent
UK
NEG-li-jent
Listen in Context
The company was negligent in fixing the safety problem.
He was negligent and forgot to lock the door.
A negligent mistake can cause big problems at work.
The doctor was sued for being negligent during surgery.