careless

[/ˈkeərləs/]

adjective

descuidado

1. not giving sufficient attention to avoiding harm or mistakes; negligent

He made a careless mistake in his homework.

Ele cometeu um erro descuidado na sua lição de casa.

2. done without attention to detail; lacking precision or care

The careless handwriting was difficult to read.

A caligrafia descuidada era difícil de ler.

3. unconcerned or indifferent

He seemed careless about the consequences of his actions.

Ele parecia indiferente às consequências de suas ações.

NYC Slang

sloppy, half-assed

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

descuidado

most common usage

Brazil

negligente

more formal context

Portugal

descuidado

standard usage

Portugal

negligente

formal or legal contexts

careless whispers - indiscreet comments or gossip

throw caution to the wind - to act carelessly without thinking of consequences

couldn't care less - complete indifference

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