laprotection

feminine

/pʁɔ.tɛk.sjɔ̃/

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Translation

protection

Word origin

From Latin protectio, from protegere ('to cover in front, to shield'), from pro- ('in front') and tegere ('to cover').

Origin
Latin
Root
protectio
English cognates
protection

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralprotections

Examples

casque bonne chute.

This helmet offers good protection in the event of a fall.

l'environnement priorité.

The protection of the environment is a priority.

.

The children are under the protection of their parents.

gilet .

He wears a protective vest at work.

crème solaire .

Sun cream provides protection against the sun.

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This word is part of lesson 39.