buddy system

• Pratique ou accord selon lequel deux personnes travaillent ensemble en binôme pour assurer leur sécurité mutuelle, leur soutien et leur responsabilité, souvent utilisé sur les lieux de travail, à l'école ou lors d'activités de plein air.

A practice or arrangement where two people work together as a pair to ensure mutual safety, support, and accountability, commonly used in workplaces, schools, or outdoor activities.

1. Safety arrangementB1formal

   A system in which two people are paired together to monitor and assist each other, especially in potentially dangerous situations.

   système de binôme

   • The camp uses a buddy system for all swimming activities.
   • Scouts always use the buddy system when hiking in the wilderness.
   • The buddy system ensures that no one is left alone in an emergency.

2. Workplace or learning supportB2informal

   A method of pairing a new or less experienced person with a more experienced one for guidance and support.

   système de parrainage

   • The company introduced a buddy system for new employees.
   • In the language class, they use a buddy system to practice conversations.
   • The buddy system helped me learn the ropes much faster.