World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesagent de sécurité
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ah-zhahn duh seh-kyo-ree-tay
"L'agent de sécurité a vérifié les identités à l'entrée."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person employed to protect property, assets, or individuals.
"The security guard monitored the entrance to ensure only authorized personnel could enter." - 2
An individual responsible for maintaining safety and order in a specific area.
"The security guard patrolled the premises throughout the night."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'security' originates from the Latin 'securitas', meaning 'safety' or 'freedom from care', while 'guard' comes from the Old French 'garde', meaning 'to protect'. The combination reflects the role of an individual tasked with ensuring safety and protection.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Security-Guard"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Security-Guard" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
agent de sécurité
Transliteration: ah-zhahn duh seh-kyo-ree-tay
"L'agent de sécurité a vérifié les identités à l'entrée."
Sicherheitsdienst
Transliteration: ziːkəʁhaɪtsdiːnst
"Der Sicherheitsdienst überwachte den Eingang."
guardia di sicurezza
Transliteration: ɡuˈardia di siˈkurettsa
"La guardia di sicurezza controllava l'ingresso."
guardia de seguridad
Transliteration: ɡwarðja ðe seɾɣuɾiðað
"La guardia de seguridad revisó las identificaciones."
guarda de segurança
Transliteration: ˈɡwaʁdɐ dʒi seɡuˈɾɐ̃sɐ
"O guarda de segurança verificou as credenciais."
सुरक्षा गार्ड
Transliteration: surakṣā gārd
"सुरक्षा गार्ड ने प्रवेश की जांच की।"
保安
Transliteration: bǎo'ān
"保安检查了进入的人员。"
경비원
Transliteration: gyeongbiwon
"경비원이 출입자를 확인했습니다."
警備員
Transliteration: keibiin
"警備員が入場者を確認しました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Security-Guard"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.