Safe
Example: The road is safe for walking at night
Definition
"Safe" describes a condition or state where there is no danger or risk of harm, injury, or loss. For example, when we say 'The road is safe for walking at night,' it means the area is secure and free from threats or hazards.
Etymology
The word "safe" comes from the Old French 'sauf,' which derived from Latin 'salvus,' meaning 'uninjured' or 'healthy.' Did you know that the root 'salvus' is related to salvation and safety, reflecting protection and well-being?
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"Safe" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used words.
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