Also means
irreverent, contemptuous
Usage Note
Respektlos describes a deliberate or habitual failure to show proper regard for others, especially elders, authority, or social norms. It is used both seriously (rudeness) and humorously (respektlose Komödie = irreverent comedy).
Examples
"Das respektlose Verhalten der Jugendlichen empörte viele Anwohner."
Natural Translation
The disrespectful behaviour of the young people outraged many residents.
Literal Translation
The disrespectful behaviour of the youth outraged many residents.
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