negligent error; blunder; accident caused by negligence
Refers to a mistake or accident caused by carelessness or failure to take proper care; often more serious or formal than a simple mistake.
The accident happened because of the driver's negligence.
The employee who committed a serious blunder was disciplined.
Used to assign fault or responsibility, especially in legal, insurance, or formal contexts. The gloss 'defect' is best understood as a fault or failing, not usually a physical defect, for which 欠陥 is more natural.
The court judged that the company was at fault.
He is not at fault for this accident.
He committed a serious negligent error while driving.
The company admitted its own negligence.
This accident was caused by the driver's negligence.
In this accident, the driver is at fault.
過失 is a formal, often legal term for a fault or error causing harm, while 不始末 is broader and can describe careless handling without legal implications.
percentage of fault; comparative negligence
negligent homicide; involuntary manslaughter
comparative negligence; offsetting negligence
involuntary manslaughter; negligent homicide; accidental homicide
professional negligence; occupational negligence
crime of accidental injury; negligent bodily harm
fault liability principle