Not noticed or not taken into consideration. Describes that something was ignored or left out in a decision, planning process, or evaluation.
example
Leider blieb mein Vorschlag bei der Besprechung völlig unberücksichtigt.
Unfortunately, my suggestion was completely disregarded at the meeting.
Usage tips
Word structure
The word is made up of the prefix 'un-' (not) and the participle 'berücksichtigt' (taken into account). The verb 'berücksichtigen' means 'to take something into consideration' or 'to consider'.
EXAMPLE
Die unberücksichtigten Risiken führten später zu Problemen.
The disregarded risks later led to problems.
Use with verbs
'Unberücksichtigt' (disregarded) is very often used with the verbs 'bleiben' (to remain) or 'lassen' (to leave). 'Etwas bleibt unberücksichtigt' means that something is ignored. 'Etwas unberücksichtigt lassen' means that one deliberately ignores it.
EXAMPLE
Wichtige Fakten dürfen bei der Analyse nicht unberücksichtigt bleiben.
Important facts must not be disregarded in the analysis.
Style and register
This word belongs more to written language and formal contexts. It is often found in reports, minutes, academic texts, or official discussions.
EXAMPLE
In dem Bericht stand, dass mehrere Warnungen unberücksichtigt geblieben waren.
The report stated that several warnings had been disregarded.
Compare with
near_synonym
unberücksichtigt vs unerhört
outrageous / unheard
'unerhört' and 'unberücksichtigt' can both express that something was not taken in or not paid attention to. 'unerhört' is especially suitable for requests, calls, or wishes that no one hears or takes seriously. It often sounds more emotional. 'unberücksichtigt' is used more for decisions, planning, or evaluations. It means that a point was not included or taken into consideration. If it is about feelings or a request, 'unerhört' is usually more suitable. If it is about rules, facts, costs, or suggestions in a plan, 'unberücksichtigt' is more precise.
unberücksichtigt
Bei der Planung blieben die Kosten für den Transport unberücksichtigt.
The transport costs were not taken into account during the planning.
unerhört
Die Bitte der Nachbarn blieb unerhört, obwohl sie sich mehrmals beschwerten.
The neighbors' request went unheard, even though they complained several times.