This is the 15203rd most frequent Korean word.
방치했다
"Neglected" or "left unattended."
In this sentence, "방치했다" refers to the act of leaving the plants unattended, illustrating neglect in a domestic context.
그는 집 안의 식물들을 방치했다.
He neglected the plants inside the house.
Here, "방치했다" conveys the meaning of allowing the building to fall into disrepair due to prolonged neglect.
그 관리자는 오래된 건물을 오랜 기간 동안 방치했다.
The manager let the old building remain neglected for a long time.
This usage of "방치했다" indicates a lack of care towards the child, emphasizing the interpersonal context of neglect.