noun, na-adjective
omission; failure; incompleteness
Refers to a negligent failure to do what should have been done, or an incomplete, sloppy result. Often used in formal or business contexts to describe a lack of proper care.
報告書の不始末が原因で、プロジェクトが遅れた。
The project was delayed due to the omission in the report.
彼の仕事には不始末な点が多すぎる。
There are too many careless oversights in his work.
noun, na-adjective
mismanagement; misconduct; carelessness
Covers a range of blameworthy actions: poor handling of affairs, wasteful or extravagant behavior, and professional misconduct. Often implies a breach of duty or trust.
経理の不始末が発覚し、担当者は解雇された。
The accounting irregularities came to light, and the person in charge was dismissed.
金銭の不始末は絶対に許されない。
Financial misconduct will never be tolerated.