proteger

Senses

1. 1.

   to protect

   to keep someone or something safe from harm, danger, or damage

2. 2.

   to defend

   to shield or guard against attack or adverse conditions

3. 3.

   to cover

   to provide a protective layer or barrier

Examples

• "Debo proteger a mi familia de cualquier peligro."

  I must protect my family from any danger.

• "El abrigo te protege del frío."

  The coat protects you from the cold.

• "La ley protege los derechos de los ciudadanos."

  The law protects the rights of citizens.

Usage

Common in all registers. Often used with indirect object pronouns (me protege, te protege, etc.). Frequently paired with "de" to indicate what is being protected against (proteger de + noun). Also used metaphorically for abstract protection (derechos, ambiente).