Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Guarda (en. Guard)

    /ˈɡwaɾða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person in charge of watching or protecting.
    The guard of the museum observes that no one touches the artworks.
    El guarda del museo observa que nadie toque las obras.
    Part of clothing that protects or covers.
    The rain guard saved me from getting wet.
    El guarda de la lluvia me salvó de mojarme.
    verb
    To keep something in a safe place.
    Keep the important documents in the safe.
    Guarda los documentos importantes en la caja fuerte.
    To take care of someone or something.
    She watches her children while she works.
    Ella guarda a sus hijos mientras trabaja.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'guardare', which means 'to watch' or 'to protect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give guard
    To offer protection or assistance.
    dar guarda
    to keep silent
    To remain silent, not to speak.
    guardar silencio
    to keep the line
    To stay within certain limits or standards.
    guardar la línea

    Related Words

    guardia
    A person who has the duty to watch.
    guardia
    cuidado
    The action of taking care of, protecting someone or something.
    cuidado
    seguridad
    The state of being free from danger or risk.
    seguridad

    Slang Meanings

    Something kept in a safe place.
    That's my guard, don't touch it.
    Ese es mi guarda, no lo toques.
    A person responsible for watching something in an informal context.
    He is the guard of the party, he makes sure there are no problems.
    Él es el guarda de la fiesta, se asegura que no haya problemas.