Ligtas (en. Safe)

/ˈliɡ.tas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Protecting oneself from harm or danger.
Wear a helmet to be safe while cycling.
Magsuot ka ng helmet para maging ligtas habang nagbibisikleta.
Not posing any danger.
This place is safe for children.
Ang lugar na ito ay ligtas para sa mga bata.
Ensuring that no danger or harm will occur.
Security measures were taken to ensure everyone is safe.
Ang mga hakbang sa seguridad ay ginawa upang matiyak na ligtas ang lahat.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'ligar' meaning 'safe'

Common Phrases and Expressions

safe place
a location protected from danger
ligtas na lugar

Related Words

safety
the condition of being safe or avoiding danger
kaligtasan
safe method
a method that does not pose danger
ligtas na paraan

Slang Meanings

safe and sound
I'm fine, I'm safe at home.
Ayos lang ako, ligtas naman ako sa bahay.
chill
We're safe here, just relax.
Ligtas lang tayo dito, relax lang.
no worries
No problem, I got home safe, so no worries.
Walang problema, umuwi akong ligtas, so no worries.
right decision
It's safe to go with him, you made the right decision.
Ligtas na sumama sa kanya, tama ang desisyon mo.