Policial (en. Police)

/poliˈθjal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Relating to or referring to the police.
The police report is essential for the investigation.
El informe policial es esencial para la investigación.
Related to the activity of the police.
The police response was quick and efficient.
La respuesta policial fue rápida y eficiente.
Referring to the laws and norms of public safety.
Police measures were implemented to ensure the safety of the event.
Las medidas policiales se implementaron para garantizar la seguridad del evento.

Etymology

From the French 'policier', which comes from 'police'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

police force
Body of security responsible for maintaining order.
fuerza policial
police inspection
Inspection conducted by police officers.
revisión policial
police information
Data provided by the police about an incident.
información policial

Related Words

police
State security body responsible for surveillance and maintaining public order.
policía
crime
Action that violates the law.
delito
investigation
Process of inquiring or investigating about a fact, especially by the police.
investigación

Slang Meanings

cop
The 'cop' stopped me for not wearing my seatbelt.
El 'poli' me detuvo por no llevar el cinturón.
the force
We saw 'the force' on the corner of the neighborhood.
Vimos a 'la fuerza' en la esquina del barrio.
snitch
Don't talk so loud, the 'snitch' might be nearby.
No hables tan alto, que puede estar la 'chota' cerca.