Definition
保护 (bǎo hù) is the general, everyday verb for 'to protect' — it covers people, the environment, animals, and rights. It is broader than 维护 (wéi hù, HSK6), which emphasizes maintaining something that already exists (rights, peace, equipment), and 保障 (bǎo zhàng, HSK6), which focuses on guaranteeing security or conditions (safety, livelihood).
verb
to protect
Measure word · 种
Examples
- 保护。Měi gè rén dōu yīnggāi bǎo hù huánjìng.Everyone should protect the environment.
- 保护。Māma bǎo hù háizi bú shòu shānghài.Mother protects children from harm.
- 保护。Fǎlǜ bǎo hù dàjiā de ānquán.The law protects everyone's safety.
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