safety
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈseɪfti/
KK: /ˈseɪfti/
noun
Definition
The state of being protected from harm, danger, or injury.
Example
Wearing a seatbelt is important for your safety while driving.
Conversation
Have you thought about how important safety is when biking at night?
Definitely! I always wear a helmet and use lights.
That’s smart! It’s so easy to overlook safety gear sometimes.
Yeah, but it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
security
protection
safeguard
Antonyms
danger
risk
hazard
verb
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Conversation
Hey, did you manage to safety your bike before the storm hit?
Yeah, I made sure to bring it inside the garage.
That's smart! I always forget to safety mine in time.
Root Explanation
Safety → It originates from the Old French word *sauveté*, which means 'safety' or 'security', derived from the Latin *salvitas* (meaning health or well-being) from *salvus* (meaning safe or whole). The word 'safety' refers to the condition of being safe or protected from harm.
Memory Tip
Think of 'salvus', which means safe, to remember that 'safety' is all about being protected and secure.
Visually Confused Words
unsafety
shafty
saft