la

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

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

l' .

The protection of the environment is a priority.

The children are under the protection of their parents.

gilet au .

He wears a protective vest at work.

solaire .

Sun cream provides protection against the sun.

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This word is part of lesson 31.