Protéger
Example: Les soldats doivent protéger le château pendant la guerre.
Definition
"Protéger" means to keep safe from harm or danger, especially by guarding or shielding. For example, soldiers protect a castle during war to ensure its safety and prevent enemy attacks.
Etymology
The French word "protéger" comes from the Latin 'protegere,' which means 'to cover in front' or 'to defend.' It combines 'pro-' meaning 'before' and 'tegere' meaning 'to cover.' Did you know? The idea is like putting a shield in front to guard something important.
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