Póliza (en. Policy)

/ˈpo.li.θa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Legal document that specifies the terms and conditions of an insurance policy.
It is important to read the policy carefully before signing.
Es importante leer detenidamente la póliza antes de firmar.
Contract through which risk coverage is established.
The health policy covers medical expenses in case of illness.
La póliza de salud cubre gastos médicos en caso de enfermedad.
Formal agreement between the insurer and the insured.
The terms of the policy will be reviewed each year.
Se revisarán los términos de la póliza cada año.

Etymology

It originates from the Latin 'politia', which means 'official document'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Health insurance policy
Contract that covers medical expenses.
póliza de salud
Life insurance policy
Insurance that pays a sum upon the insured's death.
póliza de vida
Auto insurance policy
Document that covers risks associated with vehicles.
póliza de auto

Related Words

To insure
To protect something against risks.
asegurar
Insurer
Company that provides insurance.
aseguradora
Coverage
Protection offered by a policy.
cobertura

Slang Meanings

Death trap policy
That policy hardly covers anything.
Esa póliza no cubre prácticamente nada.
Paper policy
The paper policy is useless if you can't use it in practice.
La póliza de papel no sirve si no puedes usarla en la práctica.