standby

• Describe algo que se mantiene en reserva o preparado para su uso inmediato si es necesario, o un estado de disponibilidad o espera.

Describes something that is kept available for immediate use when needed, or a state of readiness.

1. Ready for immediate useB2formal

   Describes something that is kept available to be used in an emergency or when needed.

   En reserva, listo para uso inmediato

   • The hospital keeps a standby generator in case of a power outage.
   • We have a standby crew ready to respond to any technical issues.
   • The airline offered standby tickets for last-minute travelers.

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• Sustantivo que designa a una persona o cosa que está disponible para sustituir o servir de respaldo en caso de necesidad, como un actor suplente o un equipo en espera.

A noun referring to something that can be relied on when needed, or an actor able to replace a regular performer when required.

1. Reliable resourceB2formal

   Something that is kept available and can be relied upon when needed.

   Recurso de reserva

   • This old generator is our standby in case of a power outage.
   • She always keeps a spare tire as a standby for emergencies.
   • The emergency kit is a standby for any unexpected situation.

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2. Replacement performerB2formal

   An actor or performer who is ready to replace a regular performer when required.

   Suplente (actor/actriz)

   • The standby was called in when the lead actor fell ill.
   • She worked as a standby for the main singer during the tour.
   • The theater always has a standby ready for last-minute changes.

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