Cool MateSafe
UK /["/seɪf/"]/US /["/seɪf/"]/
Definition
protected from any danger, harm or loss
In simple words: Protected from danger or harm.
Examples
- It's important to wear a helmet while riding a bike to stay safe.
- She felt safe in her own home.
- The baby is safe in the crib.
- Make sure to put your valuables in a safe place.
- The ride at the amusement park is safe for children.
Usage notes
Used to describe places or situations where there is no risk of danger. Suitable in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using in highly emotional contexts where safety is questioned.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of a 'safety net' — something that keeps you secure.
Collocations
- be
- feel
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- from
- with
- better safe than sorry
- play it safe
- play safe
- be
- feel
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- from
- with
- better safe than sorry
- play it safe
- play safe
- be
- feel
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- from
- with
- better safe than sorry
- play it safe
- play safe
- be
- feel
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- from
- with
- better safe than sorry
- play it safe
- play safe
- be
- feel
- seem
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- from
- with
- better safe than sorry
- play it safe
- play safe
Synonyms
- careful
Antonyms
- dangerous
- risky
- hazardous
Common mistakes
- 'Safe' is not a noun, so don't say 'a safe' when meaning security.
- Confused with 'safely' which is the adverb form.
- Using 'safe' to describe feelings casually in formal writing.