be careless

[/bi ˈkeərləs/]

verb phrase

ser descuidado

1. to act without proper attention or caution; to fail to take care

Don't be careless with that expensive equipment.

Não seja descuidado com esse equipamento caro.

2. to show a lack of concern or thought about consequences

She was careless about her responsibilities.

Ela era negligente com suas responsabilidades.

3. to make mistakes due to inattention

He was careless while driving and caused an accident.

Ele foi imprudente ao dirigir e causou um acidente.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

ser descuidado

most common usage

General Brazilian

ser negligente

more formal context

Portugal

ser descuidado

standard usage

Portugal

ser negligente

formal or legal contexts

be careless with someone's feelings

be careless about the details

be careless with one's words

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