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ImperfectivePerfective partner: защититьWhat aspect means, and how to pick one

zəɕːiˈɕːatʲ

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Translation

to defend, to protect

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Grammar

Verb typeimperfective, first conjugation (защищаю, защищаешь); imperfective partner of защитить

Examples

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Parents always protect their children.

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The lawyer defended him in court.

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We must protect nature.

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This word is taught in chapter 10, lesson 6: Words 941-950.