La seguretat pública
Example: La seguretat pública és essencial per a una ciutat tranquil·la.
Definition
"La seguretat pública" refers to the measures and practices implemented by authorities to protect citizens, maintain order, and ensure the safety of the community. It involves law enforcement, emergency services, and policies aimed at preventing crime and accidents in public spaces.
Etymology
The term "la seguretat pública" comes from the Catalan language, where "seguretat" means safety or security, derived from Latin "securitas" meaning freedom from care or danger. "Pública" means public, stemming from Latin "publicus", relating to the people. Together, they form a phrase emphasizing collective safety.
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"La seguretat pública" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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