How Do You Spell WAST NEGLIGENT?
Pronunciation: [wɒst nˈɛɡlɪd͡ʒənt] (IPA) 
The spelling of "wast negligent" may seem unusual but it follows standard pronunciation rules in English. The "wast" part is an archaic form of "was" that was commonly used in Shakespearean English. The "negligent" part is spelled using IPA phonetic transcription as /ˈnɛɡlɪdʒənt/, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The word means failing to take proper care or being careless. Overall, the spelling of "wast negligent" can be traced back to its historical roots and is a valid variant of the phrase "was negligent."
