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Sicherheitsnetz
safety net
The German word Sicherheitsnetz is a compound noun made of:
- Sicherheit (safety, security)
- Netz (net)
Meaning:
It means "safety net", referring to a system or measure designed to protect people from harm, risk, or economic hardship.
Similar words:
- Rettungsnetz (rescue net)
- Schutznetz (protective net)
Difference:
- Rettungsnetz emphasizes rescue or emergency aid.
- Schutznetz stresses protective function in general situations.
- Sicherheitsnetz typically implies a preventive or supportive mechanism to ensure safety, often in economic or social contexts.
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Examples
Das Sicherheitsnetz ist sehr stark.noun
The safety net is very strong.
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