How to say "Neglect" in Japanese

When translating "neglect" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 放置 and 怠る. In Japanese, 放置 (ほうち (hōchi)) is typically associated with "neglect; leave alone; leave unattended; abandon" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to neglecting something, leaving it alone/unattended, or abandoning a situation/object without taking proper care. Often used as 放置自転車. On the other hand, 怠る (おこたる (okotaru)) maps to "to neglect, to be negligent, to be idle" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Refers to failing to do something that should be done, often due to laziness or carelessness. Can imply a lack of effort or responsibility.. A literal translation of "neglect" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!