Spanish Conversation · Level 197
15 words
Spanish word
salvaguardar
Pronunciation
IPA/salβaɣwaɾˈðaɾ/
Meaning
- verbprotect
Example
Tenemos que salvaguardar los datos personales.
We have to protect personal data.
More examples
Para mantener una buena relación hay que salvaguardar la confianza.
To maintain a good relationship you must protect trust.
Core concept
An institutional shield around rights, sensitive data, or interests.
Common phrases
salvaguardar la salud
protect health
salvaguardar la confianza
protect trust
salvaguardar la relación
protect the relationship
Similar words
proteger: Shields people or objects from physical or immediate threats.
preservar: Keeps ecosystems or traditions intact by preventing loss or damage.
defender: Speaks or acts to uphold someone against attack, accusation, or assault.
garantizar: Secures fulfillment through promises, contracts, or institutional backing.
Definition in Spanish
Significa proteger algo mediante medidas o acciones, especialmente derechos, datos e intereses.
Word origin
From Latin salvus 'safe' plus Spanish guardar 'to guard', forming a verb that means to establish or maintain protections to keep something safe.
Usage tips
- Common in legal and policy language, salvaguardar implies formal, preventive measures rather than immediate rescue, and in casual speech speakers often use proteger or cuidar instead.