El chaleco de seguridad
Example: En la obra, todos deben usar el chaleco de seguridad.
Definition
"El chaleco de seguridad" is a safety vest worn to enhance visibility and protect individuals, especially in construction sites. It is typically made of bright, reflective material to ensure workers are easily seen and remain safe while performing their tasks.
Etymology
The term "el chaleco de seguridad" combines "chaleco," meaning vest, with "de seguridad," meaning of safety. "Chaleco" comes from the French word "gilet," adopted into Spanish, while "seguridad" stems from the Latin "securitas," meaning freedom from danger. Did you know? The concept of safety vests became widespread with modern industrial safety regulations.
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"El chaleco de seguridad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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