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    Vigiles (en. Watch out)

    /biˈxi.les/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Group of people responsible for the surveillance of a place.
    The night security guards checked the building.
    Los vigiles de la seguridad nocturna revisaron el edificio.
    People who are alert and attentive to events.
    The traffic guards helped pedestrians cross the street.
    Los vigiles del tráfico ayudaron a los peatones a cruzar la calle.
    Security guards at events or facilities.
    The guards at the party controlled access to the venue.
    Los vigiles en la fiesta controlaron el acceso al recinto.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vigiles', referring to those who are awake or in a state of vigilance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on watch
    To remain awake and alert, especially for security or prevention reasons.
    estar en vigilia
    to watch closely
    To observe something closely in order to detect any irregularities.
    vigilar de cerca
    sea lookout
    A person responsible for observing the horizon from an elevated point, generally on ships.
    vigía del mar

    Related Words

    surveillance
    Action of watching or being attentive.
    vigilancia
    watchman
    A person who watches or cares.
    vigilante
    vigil
    Effort to stay awake or to care for something during the night.
    desvelo

    Slang Meanings

    A person who only observes without intervening.
    He is a watcher; he just looks at what happens.
    Él es un vigile, solo mira lo que pasa.
    Someone who stays awake to guard something.
    There is always a watcher at the party to prevent problems.
    Siempre hay un vigile en la fiesta para evitar problemas.