Leichtfertig Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Leichtfertig" is mainly used as adjective meaning "irresponsible", "reckless" or "thoughtless". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "leichtfertig"

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Meanings of "leichtfertig" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Acting irresponsibly or recklessly"

"Leichtfertig", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat leichtfertig seine Ersparnisse ausgegeben.He irresponsibly spent his savings.
  2. Sie ging leichtfertig mit den Sicherheitsvorkehrungen um.She handled the safety precautions carelessly.
  3. Er machte leichtfertig Versprechungen, die er nicht halten konnte.He carelessly made promises he couldn't keep.

2.) "Acting carelessly or nonchalantly"

"Leichtfertig", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat leichtfertig gehandelt, ohne die Konsequenzen zu bedenken.He acted carelessly without considering the consequences.
  2. Sie sprach leichtfertig über ernste Themen.She spoke flippantly about serious topics.
  3. Er entschied sich leichtfertig, ohne nachzudenken.He decided carelessly without thinking.
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