proteger
protect
Cuidar o defender a alguien o algo para evitar que sufra daño o peligro.
The Spanish word "proteger" is a verb that means "to protect" in English.
Meaning:
- To shield or guard someone or something from harm, danger, or risk.
- To keep safe or preserve from damage or injury.
Parts:
- pro-: a prefix meaning "forth" or "in favor of".
- teger: related to the Latin word "tectus," meaning "covered" or "sheltered." Together, "proteger" carries the idea of covering or shielding something to keep it safe.
Spanish synonyms:
- defender (to defend)
- cuidar (to take care)
- resguardar (to safeguard)
- amparar (to shelter, to protect)
Spanish antonyms:
- desproteger (to leave unprotected)
- exponer (to expose)
- arriesgar (to risk)
Usage example:
- "Es importante proteger la piel del sol."
(It's important to protect the skin from the sun.)
In general, proteger is used when referring to keeping someone or something safe from physical, emotional, or abstract harm.
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Examples
Es importante proteger el medio ambiente.verb
It is important to protect the environment.
Queremos proteger a los animales del bosque.verb
We want to protect the animals of the forest.
Tenemos que proteger a los animales en peligro de extinción.verb
We have to protect the endangered animals.
El muro protege la casa.verb
The wall protects the house.
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