safe
gb/sˈeɪf/ us/sˈeɪf/
A1
English
~ 1300
biztonságban, biztonságban van, biztonságos, ártalmatlan, széf, páncélszekrény, biztos, bevált, épségben, nem esik baja, sértetlen
A1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] is safe
The children are safe inside the house.
A gyerekek biztonságban vannak bent a házban.
It’s safe to cross the street now.
Most már biztonságos átkelni az utcán.
We felt safe during the storm because we were indoors.
Make sure your valuables are safe while traveling.
Learner examples
The baby is safe in her bed.
A kisbaba biztonságban van az ágyában.
You are safe here.
Itt biztonságban vagy.
I feel safe with my family.
He is safe at home.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'safe' with 'save'. 'Safe' describes a condition without danger; 'save' is an action to protect or rescue.
Meaning
Free from harm or danger
Collocations
safe place
|safe distance
|keep safe
|feel safe
|stay safe
Synonyms
secure (Implies being protected against harm or attack, often with more emphasis on protection measures.)
Antonyms
dangerous (Means likely to cause harm, the opposite of safe.)
Themes
daily life
|emotions
|safety
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definition
Not in a place or situation where you can be hurt or in danger.
Not exposed to danger, risk, or injury.
A2
2
biztonságos
A2
ártalmatlan
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] is safe for [someone/something]
This medicine is safe for most adults.
Ez a gyógyszer a legtöbb felnőtt számára biztonságos.
The water is safe to drink.
A víz iható.
These toys are safe for children under three years old.
Learner examples
The food is safe to eat.
Az étel biztonságosan fogyasztható.
This tool is safe for kids.
Ez a szerszám gyerekek számára is biztonságos.
It is safe to touch the animal.
Meaning
Not harmful or risky
Collocations
safe to eat
|safe to use
|safe for children
Synonyms
harmless (Emphasizes that something cannot cause harm at all.)
Antonyms
hazardous (Implies something can cause harm or danger, especially physically.)
Themes
daily life
|health
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Not dangerous or harmful to people or things.
Not likely to cause injury, damage, or other negative effects.
NOUN
B1
3
széf
B1
Usage pattern:
put [something] in a safe
The jewels are kept in a safe at the bank.
Az ékszereket banki széfben tartják.
He forgot the combination to his home safe.
Elfelejtette az otthoni széfjének a kódját.
They installed a new safe in their office.
Learner examples
I keep my passport in a safe.
Az útlevelemet széfben tartom.
The money is in the safe.
A pénz a széfben van.
The bank has a big safe.
Meaning
Strong box for valuables
Collocations
lock the safe
|open the safe
|safe deposit box
Synonyms
vault (Larger and often used in banks for storing many valuables.)
Antonyms
open box (An unsecured container without protection.)
Themes
security
|business
|finance
|daily_life
Definition
A strong box or cabinet that locks and keeps money or valuable things safe.
A strong, secure container used to store money, documents, or other valuable items.
B2
4
Usage pattern:
a safe [choice/bet/option]
Investing in government bonds is usually a safe bet.
Az államkötvények általában biztos befektetésnek számítanak.
Choosing black shoes is a safe choice for the interview.
Az interjúra a fekete cipő biztos választás.
It’s a safe option if you’re unsure what they like.
Learner examples
It is a safe choice for dinner.
Ez vacsorára biztos választás.
Black is a safe color for clothes.
Ruháknál a fekete biztos választás.
This game is a safe bet to win.
Meaning
Certain to succeed or work well
Collocations
safe bet
|safe choice
|safe option
Synonyms
reliable (Stresses dependability over lack of risk.)
Antonyms
risky (Suggests a high chance of failure or loss.)
Themes
business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definition
Sure to work or succeed; not risky.
Very likely to work as intended; not likely to fail.
A2
5
We were relieved to hear she was safe after the earthquake.
Megkönnyebbültünk, amikor meghallottuk, hogy épségben van a földrengés után.
He returned home safe and sound.
Épségben hazatért.
All passengers are reported safe following the accident.
Learner examples
She is safe after the fire.
Nem esett baja a tűzben.
He came home safe from the trip.
Épségben hazajött az útról.
The kids are safe after the storm.
Meaning
Unharmed after danger or accident
Collocations
come back safe
|get home safe
Synonyms
unharmed (Focuses on not being physically injured.)
Antonyms
injured (Physically harmed as a result of an event.)
Themes
emotions
|safety
|core_vocabulary
|health
Definition
Not hurt or lost after something bad happens.
Not injured, damaged, or lost after being in a dangerous situation.
Grammar
Dictionary form
safe
IPA
GB/sˈeɪf/
US/sˈeɪf/
Syllables & stress
safe (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (safe)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: safe
- Comparative: safer
- Superlative: safest
Noun
- Base: safe
- Plural: safes
Word family
Expressions
better safe than sorry
1/bˈɛtɚ sˈeɪf ðən sˈɑɹi/
idiom
Take precautions to avoid regret later
It is better to be careful than to risk something bad happening.
Examples
- I always lock my doors—better safe than sorry.
- Bring an umbrella; better safe than sorry.
in safe hands
1/ˈɪn sˈeɪf hˈændz/
idiom
Cared for by someone trustworthy
Being looked after by someone who is good and careful at their job.
Examples
- Don't worry, your car is in safe hands with our mechanics.
- With her as your lawyer, you're in safe hands.
play it safe
1/plˈeɪ ˈɪt sˈeɪf/
idiom
avoid risk by being careful
To be careful and avoid taking risks.
Examples
- Let's play it safe and take an umbrella.
- I decided to play it safe and take the train instead of driving in the snow.
- He decided to play it safe and invest in bonds.
- He played it safe by investing in low-risk funds.
safe and sound
1/sˈeɪf ˈænd sˈaʊnd/
fixed phrase
Unharmed after danger or risk
Not hurt or damaged after something dangerous happened.
Examples
- After the long journey, we arrived home safe and sound.
- The missing hikers were found safe and sound.
safe and sound
2/sˈeɪf ˈænd sˈaʊnd/
fixed phrase
Unharmed after danger or trouble
Not hurt and okay after being in danger.
Examples
- They arrived home safe and sound after the storm.
- The missing child was found safe and sound.
safe haven
1/sˈeɪf hˈeɪvən/
fixed phrase
Place of protection from danger or trouble
A place where you are protected from danger or trouble.
Examples
- The library became a safe haven during the storm.
- The country became a safe haven for people fleeing the conflict.
- Refugees found a safe haven across the border.
- Online platforms are not always a safe haven for children.
- The new law aims to make the city a safe haven for small businesses.