This is the 8605th most frequent Catalan word.
emparar
"Emparar" means "to protect" or "to shelter" in English.
The verb "emparar" is used to mean "to shield" or "protect someone" in this sentence, showcasing its protective meaning.
El pare va emparar el nen amb un paraigua quan va començar a ploure.
The father shielded the child with an umbrella when it started to rain.
"Emparar" here conveys the notion of legal or institutional protection, where established regulations safeguard individuals' rights.
La llei empara els drets dels ciutadans.
The law protects the rights of the citizens.
The word "emparar" is used metaphorically in this sentence to indicate emotional or psychological support, rather than physical protection.