Noun
/ɡæŋ ˈlædər/
A gang-ladder is a type of portable ladder, often used on ships or in construction, that allows individuals to ascend or descend safely. It typically consists of two vertical supports with rungs or steps, and it may be secured at the top and bottom to prevent slipping. The term is common in maritime contexts, where it is used to access the vessel from a dock or to move between decks.
The term "gang-ladder" is not exceedingly common in everyday conversation and is primarily found in specialized contexts such as nautical language, construction, and industrial work. It is more frequently used in written form, particularly in technical manuals or safety regulations, than in oral speech.
The crew quickly set up the gang-ladder to allow passengers to board the ship.
La tripulación rápidamente instaló la escalera de acceso para permitir que los pasajeros abordaran el barco.
The workers used a gang-ladder to reach the upper levels of the construction site safely.
Los trabajadores utilizaron una escalera de acceso para alcanzar de manera segura los niveles superiores del sitio de construcción.
It's essential to ensure the gang-ladder is properly secured before using it.
Es esencial asegurarse de que la escalera de acceso esté debidamente asegurada antes de usarla.
While "gang-ladder" itself is not part of common idiomatic expressions, it may be used alongside phrases that relate to safety or ascent. Here are a few relevant idioms:
He worked hard to climb the ladder of success in his career.
Trabajó arduamente para escalar la escalera del éxito en su carrera.
Take the steps
You have to take the steps to reach your goals.
Tienes que tomar los pasos para alcanzar tus metas.
One rung at a time
She believes in climbing the corporate ladder one rung at a time.
Ella cree en escalar la escalera corporativa un peldaño a la vez.
A long way to go
Despite his current position, he has a long way to go before he can truly say he has climbed the ladder.
A pesar de su posición actual, tiene un largo camino por recorrer antes de poder decir que realmente ha escalado la escalera.
Reach for the stars
Don’t be afraid to reach for the stars; use every gang-ladder available to you.
No tengas miedo de alcanzar las estrellas; utiliza cada escalera de acceso disponible para ti.
Get a foot up
Having a mentor can help you get a foot up in your industry.
Tener un mentor puede ayudarte a tener una ventaja en tu industria.
Step up to the plate
It’s time to step up to the plate and take on new responsibilities.
Es hora de dar un paso al frente y asumir nuevas responsabilidades.
Fall flat on one's face
The term "gang-ladder" originates from the combination of "gang," which can refer to a group or assembly of people working together, and "ladder," which comes from the Old English "hlæder," meaning a stair or ladder. It reflects the purpose of the ladder being used to facilitate movement among a group, particularly in nautical and construction contexts.