How to Say "safekeeping" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “safekeeping” is “custodia” — B1 level.
Examples
La policía puso el cargamento bajo custodia hasta que llegara el camión blindado.
The police placed the shipment under safekeeping until the armored truck arrived.
El presidente viaja siempre con un equipo de custodia personal.
The president always travels with a personal security detail (guard).
The Preposition 'Bajo'
When talking about an item being protected, you almost always use the preposition 'bajo' (under): 'bajo custodia' means 'under protection/guard' or 'in safekeeping'.
Confusing 'Custodia' and 'Cuidado'
Mistake: “Using 'cuidado' when referring to police guard or legal safekeeping.”
Correction: Use 'custodia' for official or security protection, and 'cuidado' for general care or attention.
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