This is the 9311th most frequent Russian word.
стражи
"Guardians" or "guards."
In this sentence, "стражи" refers to guards, highlighting individuals assigned to protection duties.
Стражи охраняли вход в замок.
Guards were protecting the entrance to the castle.
Here, "стражи" refers to guardians or keepers in a metaphorical or ceremonial context.
На древней стене вырезано слово "Стражи", обозначающее хранителей этого места.
The word "Guardians" is carved on the ancient wall, signifying the keepers of this place.
In this usage, "стражи" describes individuals or entities dedicated to protecting natural environments.