protect
/prəˈtekt/
pro · tect
prə · ˈtekt
English Definition
v. keep safe
Significado en Español
proteger
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bảo vệ, che chở
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Example Sentence
Sunscreen protects your skin.
防晒霜保护皮肤。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro(before)+tect(cover)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is the closest synonym to “protect”?
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A
defend
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B
ignore
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C
consider
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D
explain
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A — defend.
“protect” means v. keep safe
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A thick winter coat helps ______ your body from the freezing cold.
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A
expose
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B
endanger
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C
harm
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D
protect
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D — protect.
“protect” means v. keep safe
Common questions about “protect”
What does “protect” mean?
protect — v. keep safe. In Chinese: 保护，防护.
How do you pronounce “protect”?
protect is pronounced /prəˈtekt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: pro · tect.
How do you use “protect” in a sentence?
Sunscreen protects your skin. (防晒霜保护皮肤。)
What are synonyms for “protect”?
defend, guard — all close in meaning to protect (v. keep safe).
Is “protect” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. protect appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “protect”?
pro(before)+tect(cover)
