Der Schutz
Example: Der Schutz der Umwelt ist für unsere Zukunft wichtig.
Definition
"Der Schutz" refers to the act or state of protecting someone or something from harm, danger, or damage. It emphasizes safety measures and care, as in the example phrase, 'Der Schutz der Umwelt ist für unsere Zukunft wichtig,' meaning protecting the environment is important for our future.
Etymology
The word "der Schutz" comes from the German verb 'schützen,' meaning to protect or guard. It originally stems from the Middle High German word 'schutz,' which has roots in Old High German 'scuz.' Did you know that the word is related to the English word 'scout,' as both share a root connected to watching or guarding?
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"Der Schutz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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