proteger

Senses

1. 1.

   to protect

   to keep someone or something safe from harm or danger

2. 2.

   to shelter

   to provide cover or refuge from weather or adverse conditions

3. 3.

   to defend

   to guard or support someone against attack or criticism

4. 4.

   to safeguard

   to ensure the safety or well-being of something valued

Examples

• "É importante proteger as crianças do sol."

  It's important to protect children from the sun.

• "A lei protege os direitos dos trabalhadores."

  The law protects workers' rights.

• "Preciso proteger meu computador com uma senha forte."

  I need to protect my computer with a strong password.

Usage

Common in both formal and informal contexts. Often paired with prepositions like "de" (protect from), "contra" (protect against), or used with reflexive form "se proteger" (to protect oneself). Frequently used in legal, health, and security contexts.