How to Pronounce "negligence"
word
/ˈnɛɡɫədʒəns/, /ˈnɛɡɫɪdʒəns/
NEG-li-juhns
/nˈɛɡlɪdʒəns/
NEG-li-juhns
Definition
A failure to take proper care or pay enough attention to something, often resulting in harm or problems. Commonly used in legal or professional contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɛɡɫədʒəns/, /ˈnɛɡɫɪdʒəns/
British English
/nˈɛɡlɪdʒəns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEG-li-juhns
UK
NEG-li-juhns
Listen in Context
The accident was caused by the driver's negligence.
Doctors must avoid negligence when treating patients.
His negligence led to a serious mistake at work.
She sued the company for negligence after her injury.