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    Sûreté (en. Safety)

    sy-ree-te

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Quality of that which is safe, absence of danger.
    The security of public places is a priority for authorities.
    La sûreté des lieux publics est une priorité pour les autorités.
    Assurance of safety.
    He needs security for his investments.
    Il a besoin d'une sûreté pour ses investissements.
    Protection against criminal acts.
    The security of citizens must be strengthened.
    La sûreté des citoyens doit être renforcée.

    Etymology

    The word 'security' comes from the Latin 'securitas', which means safety.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    public safety
    Measures taken to ensure the protection of citizens.
    sécurité publique
    security assessment
    Analysis of potential risks in a given environment.
    évaluation de la sûreté
    internal security
    Set of measures taken to ensure safety within a country.
    sûreté intérieure

    Related Words

    secure
    To make safe or secure.
    sécuriser
    risk
    Probability of a negative event.
    risque

    Slang Meanings

    We're at ease
    With all these security measures, we’re at ease here.
    Avec toutes ces mesures de sûreté, on est peinard ici.
    To have peace of mind
    With this security, I have peace of mind at work.
    Avec cette sûreté, j'ai la paix d'esprit au travail.