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neglect
The state in which a person, animal, thing, or duty does not receive the necessary care, attention, or maintenance.
Die Vernachlässigung des Gartens führte dazu, dass alles von Unkraut überwuchert war.
The neglect of the garden led to everything being overgrown with weeds.
'Vernachlässigung' (neglect) is the nominalization of the verb 'vernachlässigen' (to neglect). This verb is derived from 'nachlässig' (careless/negligent) and is strengthened by the prefix 'ver-'.
Das Verb zu diesem Nomen lautet „vernachlässigen“.
The verb corresponding to this noun is 'vernachlässigen' (to neglect).
To specify what is being neglected, German usually uses the genitive or the preposition 'von' with the dative. The genitive is more common in written language.
Die Vernachlässigung seiner Pflichten führte zur Kündigung.
The neglect of his duties led to his dismissal.
Common combinations are 'grobe Vernachlässigung' (gross neglect), 'emotionale Vernachlässigung' (emotional neglect), or 'die Vernachlässigung von Pflichten' (the neglect of duties). In a legal context, 'Kindesvernachlässigung' (child neglect) is also an important term.
Grobe Vernachlässigung ist ein Straftatbestand.
Gross neglect is a criminal offense.
The word has a very strong negative connotation. It does not describe simply forgetting something, but rather a serious failure that is often morally or legally relevant.
Die Behörden untersuchen den Fall wegen des Verdachts auf Vernachlässigung.
The authorities are investigating the case on suspicion of neglect.
respect / attention
'die Achtung' and 'die Vernachlässigung' can be understood as opposites when it comes to how people, animals, duties, or important things are treated. 'Achtung' means that you take something seriously and treat it with respect. 'Vernachlässigung' means that someone or something does not receive enough care, maintenance, or attention. 'Achtung' sounds positive and deliberately respectful. 'Vernachlässigung' sounds negative and describes something important receiving too little attention.
Die Vernachlässigung der Pflanzen war nach dem Urlaub sofort zu sehen.
The neglect of the plants was immediately visible after the vacation.
Aus Achtung vor den älteren Spielern hörte die Mannschaft ihrem Rat genau zu.
Out of respect for the older players, the team listened carefully to their advice.