Seguras (en. Safe)

/seˈɣuɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is certain or undeniable.
I am sure that he will come to the party.
Estoy segura de que vendrá a la fiesta.
That provides safety or protection.
The facilities are safe for children.
Las instalaciones son seguras para los niños.
That has confidence in oneself.
She is a person confident in her abilities.
Ella es una persona segura de sus capacidades.
Related to certainty and tranquility.
I want to be sure before making a decision.
Quiero estar segura antes de tomar una decisión.

Etymology

From the Latin 'securus', meaning 'free from care'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be sure
To have certainty about something.
estar seguro
sure of herself
To have confidence in oneself.
segura de sí misma
100% sure
To have total certainty regarding something.
seguro al 100%
a safe place
A site that offers protection.
un lugar seguro

Related Words

security
State of being free from danger or risk.
seguridad
to assure
To make something safe.
asegurar
insecure
That does not offer safety or confidence.
inseguro

Slang Meanings

To feel calm in a situation.
She is very sure about her exam.
Ella está muy segura respecto a su examen.
To be convinced of something.
I am sure that I made the right decision.
Estoy segura de que tomé la decisión correcta.