French word

protection

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁotɛksjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounprotection

Example

La protection des enfants est essentielle.

The protection of children is essential.

Illustration for protection (protection)

More examples

Il faut une bonne protection solaire pour aller à la plage.

Good sun protection is needed to go to the beach.

Core concept

A shield, barrier, or safeguarding measure placed between something vulnerable and a threat.

Common phrases

  • protection solaire

    sun protection

  • protection contre le vol

    protection against theft

  • protection juridique

    legal protection

Similar words

sécurité: A safe condition or system that keeps danger and harm from occurring.
prévention: Advance measures taken to prevent problems or accidents.
assurance: A contract or arrangement that provides financial compensation after a loss.

Definition in French

Moyen, action ou état visant à protéger une personne, un groupe ou un objet contre un danger, un dommage ou une atteinte.

Word origin

French protection comes from Latin protectio, from protegere, formed from pro, 'in front of,' and tegere, 'to cover.'

Usage tips

  • The usual construction is protection contre followed by the danger or harm being prevented.

Other meanings

  • defensenoun

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