Description

A pedestrian crossing is a designated area on the road where pedestrians can cross safely. It is typically marked with white stripes and may be accompanied by traffic signals or signs to ensure the safety of individuals crossing the street.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'cruce peatonal' is the formal term used in medical contexts, while colloquial variants like 'paso de peatones' may be heard in everyday conversation. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid using informal language when interpreting in clinical settings.

Example Sentences

EN: The city installed new traffic lights at the pedestrian crossing to improve safety for walkers.

ES: La ciudad instaló nuevos semáforos en el cruce peatonal para mejorar la seguridad de los transeúntes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'cruce peatonal' with 'cruce de vehículos'; using informal terms like 'paso de peatones' in formal contexts; mispronouncing 'peatonal' as 'petonal'