die Gesundheit vernachlässigen

/diː ɡəˈzʊnthaɪt fɛɐ̯ˈnɛçlɪçɪɡn̩/
to neglect one's health

Wenn du deine Gesundheit vernachlässigst, wirst du krank.

If you neglect your health, you will get sick.


informalformal

To ignore or fail to take proper care of one's physical or mental well-being.

Durch ständigen Stress vernachlässigt er seine Gesundheit.

Due to constant stress, he neglects his health.

Sie sollte ihre Gesundheit nicht vernachlässigen, besonders in ihrem Alter.

She should not neglect her health, especially at her age.

This phrase is commonly used to express concern about someone's health habits, such as poor diet, lack of exercise, or ignoring medical advice.

Related Phrases

die Gesundheit fördernphrase
to promote one's health
die Gesundheit pflegenphrase
to take care of one's health

Pro Tip

Health Awareness

Use this phrase to remind someone to take better care of their health, especially if they are neglecting it due to stress or busy schedules.

Gold Rule

Health Prioritization

Always prioritize your health over other responsibilities to avoid long-term consequences.

Word Origin

The verb 'vernachlässigen' comes from the prefix 'ver-' (to do something thoroughly) and 'nachlässig' (negligent). The phrase emphasizes the act of ignoring or neglecting one's health.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in health-related discussions, medical advice, or personal development contexts. It can be used in both formal and informal settings.

Word Breakdown

die Gesundheit
health
noun
+
vernachlässigen
to neglect
verb
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