guàrdia

In a sentence

• El guàrdia vigilava l'entrada del museu.

  The guard was watching the entrance of the museum.

  Here, 'guàrdia' refers to a person whose job is to ensure security.

• La guàrdia nocturna va passar sense incidents.

  The night watch went by without incidents.

  In this context, 'guàrdia' refers to a shift or period of being on duty, particularly during the night.

• Vaig col·locar la guàrdia abans d'esgrimir.

  I positioned the guard before fencing.

  Here, 'guàrdia' refers to a defensive position or posture taken, such as in sports or combat.