No. 15,427 in German
vernachlässigen
To neglect or disregard.
In a sentence
Er vernachlässigt seine Arbeit, weil er abgelenkt ist.
He neglects his work because he is distracted.
The verb 'vernachlässigt' is used in the context of failing to attend or give proper attention to something, in this case, 'seine Arbeit' (his work).
Die Eltern dürfen die Bedürfnisse ihrer Kinder nicht vernachlässigen.
Parents should not neglect the needs of their children.
Here, 'vernachlässigen' emphasizes the importance of attending to someone's essential needs, highlighting a moral or social responsibility.
Die Details wurden aus Zeitgründen vernachlässigt.
The details were neglected due to time constraints.
In this passive construction, 'vernachlässigt' indicates that something, 'die Details,' was intentionally overlooked or given less priority.
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