No. 8,605 in Catalan
emparar
"Emparar" means "to protect" or "to shelter" in English.
In a sentence
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.
The verb "emparar" is used to mean "to shield" or "protect someone" in this sentence, showcasing its protective meaning.
La llei empara els drets dels ciutadans.
The law protects the rights of the citizens.
"Emparar" here conveys the notion of legal or institutional protection, where established regulations safeguard individuals' rights.
Vaig sentir-me emparat pels meus amics durant els moments difícils.
I felt supported by my friends during difficult times.
The word "emparar" is used metaphorically in this sentence to indicate emotional or psychological support, rather than physical protection.
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