Doing something in an inattentive or negligent manner.
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- Used to describe actions done without sufficient attention.
- Commonly used to explain errors or mistakes.
- Functions as an adverb modifying verbs.
Overview
- 1概述：‘粗心地’源自形容词‘粗心’，加上助词‘地’构成副词性短语，用以修饰动词。它传达出一种因注意力不集中、马虎或缺乏预见性而导致结果不理想的语境。2) 使用模式：在句子结构中，通常位于动词之前，结构为‘[主语] + 粗心地 + [动词] + [宾语]’。例如：‘他粗心地丢了钥匙’。也可以用于描述动作的状态，如‘粗心地做完作业’。3) 常见语境：该词常出现在日常对话、学校评语或职场反馈中。它既可以用于客观陈述事实，也常带有轻微的批评或自责语气。例如在工作中，如果某人因为马虎犯错，上级可能会说‘你太粗心地处理这份报告了’。4) 近义词比较：‘马虎地’与‘粗心地’意思高度重合，但‘马虎地’更侧重于对事情敷衍了事；‘草率地’则更强调在没有深思熟虑的情况下仓促行动，语气比‘粗心地’更正式且严重。
Examples
他粗心地把手机落在了出租车上。
everydayHe carelessly left his phone in the taxi.
由于员工粗心地处理了数据，项目进度被延误了。
formalDue to the employee handling the data carelessly, the project was delayed.
别粗心地对待这份合同。
informalDon't handle this contract carelessly.
实验结果因操作者粗心地记录数值而失效。
academicThe experiment results were invalidated because the operator recorded the values carelessly.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
粗心大意
careless and negligent
别粗心
don't be careless
Often Confused With
Refers to acting in a hurried or rash manner, often without thinking through the consequences, whereas '粗心地' focuses on lack of attention.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This word is used in neutral to slightly negative contexts. It is appropriate for both spoken and written Chinese. Be careful not to use it when you actually mean 'intentionally' or 'purposely'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '粗心地' with '粗心', using the adjective where an adverb is needed. Remember that if you are describing an action, you must use '地'.
Tips
Use with verbs of action
Always place it before the action verb you are describing. This ensures the adverbial function is clear to the listener.
Avoid negative self-labeling
While it describes a behavior, avoid using it to define your overall personality. Focus on the specific action instead.
Emphasis on attention to detail
In Chinese culture, being 'careful' (细心) is highly valued. Using '粗心地' often implies a failure to meet social or professional expectations.
Word Origin
Derived from the root '粗心' (rough heart/mind), signifying a lack of delicate attention. The suffix '地' acts as the adverbial marker.
Cultural Context
In Chinese education, teachers often use this term to remind students to check their work. It highlights the importance of thoroughness in academic tasks.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Careless Cat' (粗心猫) knocking over a vase. It helps visualize the lack of attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions两者意思非常接近，可以互换使用。但在细微差别上，马虎地有时带有更强烈的“敷衍”或“不负责任”的意味。
通常放在动词前面作为状语。虽然有时也可以放在动词后面（配合“得”字结构），但作为副词时，放在动词前最为标准。
它是中性词，既可用于口语，也可用于书面语。在正式的批评或评估报告中也经常见到。
Test Yourself
他因为___写错了名字，导致无法登机。
因为写错名字是负面结果，与粗心相关。
Score: /1
Summary
Doing something in an inattentive or negligent manner.
- Used to describe actions done without sufficient attention.
- Commonly used to explain errors or mistakes.
- Functions as an adverb modifying verbs.
Use with verbs of action
Always place it before the action verb you are describing. This ensures the adverbial function is clear to the listener.
Avoid negative self-labeling
While it describes a behavior, avoid using it to define your overall personality. Focus on the specific action instead.
Emphasis on attention to detail
In Chinese culture, being 'careful' (细心) is highly valued. Using '粗心地' often implies a failure to meet social or professional expectations.
Examples
4 of 4他粗心地把手机落在了出租车上。
He carelessly left his phone in the taxi.
由于员工粗心地处理了数据，项目进度被延误了。
Due to the employee handling the data carelessly, the project was delayed.
别粗心地对待这份合同。
Don't handle this contract carelessly.
实验结果因操作者粗心地记录数值而失效。
The experiment results were invalidated because the operator recorded the values carelessly.
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