CEFR A2 · Verbs

defend

/dɪˈfɛnd/ 📚 Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

To defend means to protect someone or something from attack or harm. It can also mean to speak or write in support of something.

Synonyms

protect guard shield support advocate

Antonyms

attack harm betray abandon

Translations

defend in your language

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عربي

الدفاع يعني حماية شخص أو شيء من الهجوم أو الضرر.

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اردو

دفاع کرنے کا مطلب ہے کسی شخص یا چیز کو حملے یا نقصان سے بچانا۔

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हिंदी

रक्षा करने का अर्थ है किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु को हमले या नुकसान से बचाना।

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中文

“辩护”意味着保护某人或某物免受攻击或伤害。

Easy Explanation

To defend means to keep safe. You protect something from danger. You can also speak up for an idea.

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Memory TipThink of a 'defender' in sports who protects their goal.

Contextual Examples

The lawyer will defend (protect) her client in court.

It's important to defend (stand up for) your beliefs.

The team tried to defend (guard) their goal from the opposing players.

Pronunciation & Context