Translation guide
The concept of being safe, free from danger or risk. In Japanese, this is expressed through nouns like 安全 (あんぜん) for general safety, 無事 (ぶじ) for being unharmed, and various set phrases.
To describe the state of being free from danger or risk.
To express that someone is safe and unharmed, especially after a potentially dangerous situation.
Means 'safe and sound' or 'unharmed'. Often used when someone returns safely from a trip or survives an incident.
To refer to safety measures, devices, or the act of ensuring safety.
To refer to safety in the context of crime, public order, or national security.
Public safety or public order. Refers to the level of crime and security in a society.
Common expressions using 'safety' that have fixed Japanese equivalents.
Safety first. A common slogan in workplaces.
安全 (あんぜん) refers to the objective state of being safe or secure. 無事 (ぶじ) emphasizes being unharmed or without incident, often used for people. For example, after a typhoon, you might say 家族が無事でよかった (I'm glad my family is safe) rather than 安全, which would sound more like 'the area is safe'.
The loanword セーフティ (sēfuti) exists but is mainly used in compound terms like セーフティドライブ (safe driving) or sports contexts. For general 'safety', use 安全.
Safety is our top priority.
Safety first, please.
This car has a high level of safety.
彼は無事に帰ってきた。
He came back safely.
I'm so glad you're safe.
While primarily meaning 'okay' or 'all right', it can imply safety in context, especially when asking if someone is unhurt.
Are you hurt? Are you okay?
Safety measures or precautions. A compound noun used in formal and business contexts.
The factory is thorough in its safety measures.
Safety device or mechanism, such as a safety lock or guard.
This machine is equipped with a safety device.
Public safety in Japan is good.
National security or safety assurance, often used in political or military contexts.
The nation's security is threatened.
Please work with safety first.
Safety zone or refuge. Can be literal (traffic island) or figurative.
There is a safety island in the middle of the crosswalk.
Safety pin. A direct loanword adaptation.
Fasten with a safety pin.
I was worried about your safety.
The safety of this product has been confirmed.