Neglegis

Neglegis is the second person singular present indicative active form of the Latin verb neglego, which means to neglect or disregard. The verb belongs to the third conjugation; its principal parts are neglego, neglegere, neglexi, neglectum. As a present tense form, neglegis literally means “you neglect,” with the subject often understood from context in Latin sentences that frequently omit explicit pronouns.

Usage and meaning: Neglego is used to describe neglecting duties, laws, rules, or instructions, among other things. In sentences, neglegis commonly appears with a direct object or with a phrase detailing what is neglected. For example, tu neglegis leges can mean “you disregard the laws,” and neglegis praecepta magistrorum conveys “you neglect the teachers’ precepts.” The form is primarily encountered in classical or late Latin texts where neglego appears in moral, legal, or administrative contexts.

Grammatical notes: As a present indicative form, neglegis marks the second person singular subject. Latin often omits the subject pronoun, so neglegis by itself can be a complete clause when the interlocutor is clear from context. The verb has related forms such as neglego (present infinitive), neglexi (perfect), and neglectum (supine/participle forms), which are used to express related meanings across different tenses and moods.

See also: neglego, neglegentia (negligence), Latin verbs of neglect.