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장성희 Sunghee Chang
Which is the natural expression?
One of expressions below is going to be used officially to a signboard of a building that is safe from earthquakes. Which one is the best?
1. Earthquake Safe Building
2. Earthquake Safety Building
3. Earthquake Resistant Building
Nov 15, 2013 3:45 AM
Answers · 3
2
I agree, the third one is the best choice.
November 15, 2013
2
The last one. The first one seems to guarantee safety, which is not wise if you know earthquakes and mother nature. The middle one is understandable but not correct English. The last one indicates it is a safer building than others but there are no guarantees in life.
November 15, 2013
1
3. Earthquake Resistant Building.
November 15, 2013
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장성희 Sunghee Chang
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