This is the 13766th most frequent Spanish word.
salvavidas
"Salvavidas" means "lifesaver" or "lifeguard" in English.
Here, 'salvavidas' refers to a person responsible for ensuring safety at the pool.
El salvavidas en la piscina está ahí para proteger a los nadadores.
The lifeguard at the pool is there to protect the swimmers.
Here, 'salvavidas' is used metaphorically to describe something invaluable or comforting in a situation.
Siempre llevo un libro, mi salvavidas cuando tengo tiempo libre.
I always carry a book, my lifesaver when I have free time.
In this sentence, 'salvavidas' means a life preserver or life vest utilized for flotation and safety.