What is the Spanish word for "recklessness"?

Learn how to say "recklessness" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

recklessness

Spanish

imprudencia

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Alternative translations of "recklessness"

temeridad
irresponsabilidad
desenfreno
imprudencia

Examples of how to use "recklessness" in Spanish

English
His recklessness caused the car accident.
Spanish
Su imprudencia causó el accidente de coche.
English
His recklessness caused the minor car accident.
Spanish
Su imprudencia causó el accidente menor de coche.
English
She warned him about his recklessness yesterday.
Spanish
Ella le advirtió sobre su imprudencia ayer.
English
Recklessness at work can endanger many people.
Spanish
La imprudencia en el trabajo puede poner en peligro a muchas personas.
English
They criticized the manager's recklessness in decisions.
Spanish
Criticaron la imprudencia del gerente en las decisiones.

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