B1noun 1K

Safety

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈseɪfti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈseɪfti/"]/

Meaning of Safety

the state of being safe and protected from danger or harm

In simple words: Being free from harm or danger.

Safety in a sentence

• The safety of the children is our top priority.
• He wore a helmet for his own safety while cycling.
• Safety regulations in the workplace ensure everyone goes home unharmed.
• The organization is focused on promoting safety in public spaces.
• Emergency drills are conducted to enhance safety awareness among employees.

How to use Safety

Use 'safety' in general discussions about protection or well-being. It is appropriate in most contexts, including formal and informal settings. Avoid using it in overly casual situations where more playful language is expected.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'safe' box protecting your valuables.

Related words

Collocations with Safety

• added
• extra
• greater
• assure
• ensure
• guarantee
• tips
• controls
• improvements
• for safety
• for your own safety
• in safety
• for safety reasons
• health and safety
• on safety grounds
• added
• extra
• greater
• assure
• ensure
• guarantee
• tips
• controls
• improvements
• for safety
• for your own safety
• in safety
• for safety reasons
• health and safety
• on safety grounds
• added
• extra
• greater
• assure
• ensure
• guarantee
• tips
• controls
• improvements
• for safety
• for your own safety
• in safety
• for safety reasons
• health and safety
• on safety grounds

Synonyms for Safety

• security
• protection
• well-being
• safeguarding
• defense

Opposites of Safety

• danger
• risk
• hazard

Common mistakes with Safety

• Confused with 'save' - they have different meanings.
• Using it as a verb instead of a noun.
• Omitting it when discussing regulations or precautions.

Frequently asked questions about Safety

What does Safety mean?

Being free from harm or danger.

What is the definition of Safety?

the state of being safe and protected from danger or harm

How do you use Safety in a sentence?

The safety of the children is our top priority.

Can you give another example of Safety?

He wore a helmet for his own safety while cycling.

What are synonyms for Safety?

Common alternatives include security, protection, well-being, safeguarding, defense.

What is the opposite of Safety?

Opposite meanings include danger, risk, hazard.

What words go with Safety?

It commonly pairs with added, extra, greater, assure, ensure, guarantee, tips, controls, improvements, for safety, for your own safety, in safety, for safety reasons, health and safety, on safety grounds, added, extra, greater, assure, ensure, guarantee, tips, controls, improvements, for safety, for your own safety, in safety, for safety reasons, health and safety, on safety grounds, added, extra, greater, assure, ensure, guarantee, tips, controls, improvements, for safety, for your own safety, in safety, for safety reasons, health and safety, on safety grounds.

What are common mistakes when using Safety?

Confused with 'save' - they have different meanings. Using it as a verb instead of a noun. Omitting it when discussing regulations or precautions.

How do you pronounce Safety?

US: /["/ˈseɪfti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈseɪfti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Safety?

Use 'safety' in general discussions about protection or well-being. It is appropriate in most contexts, including formal and informal settings. Avoid using it in overly casual situations where more playful language is expected.

What CEFR level is Safety?

"Safety" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.