Precauciones (en. Precautions)

/pre-ka-u-θjo-nes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Actions designed to prevent risks.

It is important to take precautions when driving.

Es importante tomar precauciones al manejar.

Care taken to avoid harm.

Precautions before traveling are necessary.

Las precauciones antes de realizar un viaje son necesarias.

Preventive measures in risky situations.

I took precautions when entering the construction zone.

Tomé precauciones al entrar en la zona de construcción.

From Latin 'praecautio', meaning warning or care.

to take precautions

To act carefully to avoid problems or dangers.

tomar precauciones

to act with caution

To carry out actions with attention and care.

actuar con precaución

necessary precautions

Measures that are essential to ensure safety.

precauciones necesarias

care

Attention and caution applied in an action.

cuidado

safety

State of being free from danger or risk.

seguridad

risk

Possibility of damage or loss occurring.

riesgo

Additional care taken in risky situations.

I always take precautions at the party just in case.

Siempre tengo precauciones en la fiesta por si acaso.

Measures that may sound exaggerated but are useful.

It's a grandparent's precaution to carry an umbrella, but you never know.

Es una precaución de abuelo llevar un paraguas, pero nunca se sabe.