Spanish Conversation · Level 75
60 words
Spanish word
guardián
Pronunciation
IPA/gwaɾˈðjan/
Meaning
- masculine nounguard
Example
El guardián del edificio trabaja por la noche.
The building's guard works at night.
More examples
Durante el partido, el guardián del estadio vigiló a la multitud.
During the match, the stadium guard watched the crowd.
Core concept
A watchman standing at a building entrance protecting property.
Common phrases
guardián del parque
park guard
guardián del estadio
stadium guard
Similar words
guardia: Performs security duties at facilities or events, patrolling and monitoring for threats.
conserje: Manages daily building care, handling cleaning, supplies, and small repairs.
portero: Stations at an entrance to check entrants, greet visitors, and provide directions.
Definition in Spanish
Designa a la persona encargada de proteger un lugar, vigilar el orden y cuidar bienes o personas.
Word origin
It derives from the verb guardar 'to keep' plus the agent suffix -ián, with guardar coming through Old French garder from Proto-Germanic *ward- 'to watch'.
Usage tips
- The written accent falls on the final á in guardián, which distinguishes it from the English-looking 'guardian', and everyday Spanish often uses portero or guardia de seguridad for paid building staff.