This is the 10225th most frequent Spanish word.
colateral
"Colateral" in English means "collateral" or "secondary, indirect, or related."
Used to describe unintended consequences or side effects of an action.
El daño colateral afectó a varias comunidades.
The collateral damage affected several communities.
Used to indicate a pledge or guarantee for securing a loan.
Firmé el acuerdo como garantía colateral para el préstamo.
I signed the agreement as collateral security for the loan.
Used to signify supplementary or supporting information.