This is the 5539th most frequent German word.
beschützende
Protective.
Here, 'beschützende' is used as an adjective in conjunction with the noun 'Funktion', describing the mother's role as safeguarding.
Die Mutter übt eine beschützende Funktion für ihre Kinder aus.
The mother performs a protective function for her children.
Here, 'beschützende' describes the noun 'Umgebung', indicating a setting that provides security and care.
Er lebt in einer beschützenden Umgebung.
He lives in a protective environment.
In this sentence, 'beschützende' modifies 'Hand', highlighting the protective and caring action.