No. 443 in French

protéger

To protect.

In a sentence

Je protège mes plantes du froid avec un voile.
I protect my plants from the cold with a cover.
Explanation: The verb 'protéger' here is used in its literal sense to indicate guarding or sheltering someone or something from harm, such as plants from cold weather.
Cette loi est conçue pour protéger les droits des citoyens.
This law is designed to protect the rights of citizens.
Explanation: Here, 'protéger' is used in a figurative sense to describe safeguarding abstract concepts, like rights, through legal measures.
Un parapluie peut te protéger de la pluie.
An umbrella can protect you from the rain.
Explanation: The usage of 'protéger' in this sentence illustrates its application in daily life situations, like using a tool (umbrella) to shield oneself from environmental elements (rain).

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