Imprudencia refers to a lack of caution or a disregard for the consequences of one's actions. It is frequently used in both legal and general contexts to describe behaviors or decisions that could lead to negative outcomes or situations due to a failure to act wisely.
Frequency of Use: The term is fairly common in both oral and written Spanish. However, it may appear more often in formal discussions, legal documents, or academic settings due to its specificity.
La imprudencia de conducir a alta velocidad puede resultar en un accidente grave.
The recklessness of driving at high speed can result in a serious accident.
Su imprudencia en el trabajo le costó muchas oportunidades de promoción.
His carelessness at work cost him many promotion opportunities.
La imprudencia de no usar casco mientras montaba en bicicleta fue evidente después de la caída.
The carelessness of not wearing a helmet while riding a bike was evident after the fall.
While "imprudencia" itself may not appear in many fixed idiomatic expressions, related terms and phrases convey similar meanings regarding caution and carefulness.
Actuar con imprudencia
To act recklessly
La decisión de actuar con imprudencia fue un error monumental.
The decision to act recklessly was a monumental mistake.
Dejarse llevar por la imprudencia
To be carried away by recklessness
A veces, dejarse llevar por la imprudencia puede tener graves consecuencias.
Sometimes, being carried away by recklessness can have serious consequences.
No tener prudencia
To lack caution
No tener prudencia en una situación así es muy peligroso.
Lacking caution in a situation like that is very dangerous.
The word "imprudencia" derives from the Latin word "imprudentia," which is composed of the prefix "in-" (not) and "prudentia" (prudence). The term essentially conveys the idea of not being prudent or careful.
Synonyms: - Irresponsabilidad (Irresponsibility) - Descuido (Negligence) - Temeridad (Foolhardiness)
Antonyms: - Prudencia (Prudence) - Cuidado (Care) - Sabiduría (Wisdom)