No. 593 in Portuguese
proteção
Protection.
In a sentence
O capacete oferece proteção durante os esportes radicais.
The helmet provides protection during extreme sports.
In this sentence, 'proteção' is used to refer to a safeguard or a preventive measure against harm or injury.
Ela pediu proteção divina em sua oração.
She sought divine protection in her prayer.
Here, 'proteção' is used in a spiritual sense, referring to seeking shelter or safety granted by a higher power.
A proteção ambiental é essencial para a sustentabilidade do planeta.
Environmental protection is essential for the sustainability of the planet.
In this context, 'proteção' is used to describe the act of preserving or safeguarding the environment.
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