Spanish Conversation · Level 63
76 words
Spanish word
irresponsable
Pronunciation
IPA/iresponˈsaβle/
Meaning
- adjectiveirresponsible
Example
Es irresponsable no avisar.
It's irresponsible not to let anyone know.
More examples
No seas irresponsable con tus obligaciones.
Don't be irresponsible with your obligations.
Core concept
A person who neglects duties, promises, or rules.
Common phrases
ser irresponsable
be irresponsible
comportamiento irresponsable
irresponsible behavior
actuar de forma irresponsable
act irresponsibly
Similar words
descuidado: Acts carelessly or inattentively, often forgetting things or making small mistakes.
imprudente: Acts recklessly without considering danger or possible consequences.
negligente: Fails to carry out required duties or procedures, leaving necessary tasks undone.
desconsiderado: Acts without regard for others' feelings or needs.
Definition in Spanish
Que muestra falta de responsabilidad al cumplir tareas, promesas o normas.
Word origin
The word is formed from the negative prefix ir- and responsable, with responsable from Latin respons- meaning 'answer' or 'duty', so it literally marks not being responsible.
Usage tips
- For a person's general character Spanish uses ser irresponsable, while for specific acts Spanish uses actuar de forma irresponsable or comportamiento irresponsable to avoid implying a permanent trait.
Other meanings
- recklessadjective
- imprudentadjective
Opposites
- responsableresponsibleadjective
Related words
- irresponsabilidadirresponsibilitynoun
- irresponsablementeirresponsiblyadverb