Spanish word

vial

Pronunciation

IPA/bjal/

Meaning

  • adjectiveroad

Example

La seguridad vial es importante.

Road safety is important.

Illustration for vial (road)

More examples

El sistema vial de la ciudad necesita mantenimiento.

The city's road system needs maintenance.

Core concept

Road infrastructure.

Common phrases

  • infraestructura vial

    road infrastructure

  • sistema vial

    road system

  • tránsito vial

    road traffic

Similar words

viario: Concerns the design, layout, and technical planning of roads and streets.
vehicular: Relates to motor vehicles and their operation on public roads.
peatonal: Concerns pedestrian movement and facilities for people on foot.

Definition in Spanish

Relativo a las carreteras, calles o a la infraestructura por donde circulan vehículos y peatones.

Word origin

It derives from Latin via 'road' plus the adjectival suffix -alis, which produces vialis and becomes Spanish vial.

Usage tips

  • It is a relatively formal, technical adjective used in traffic and transport contexts and a frequent false friend with English vial meaning a small bottle.

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