保 (bǎo) - to protect & to defend
保 · bǎo
to protect;
to defend;
to guarantee;
to ensure;
to maintain;
to preserve.
to protectto defendto guarantee
Usage highlights
to protectinsuranceto guaranteenannymaintenancesecurity guard
Usage & contexts
Examples
- He works in insurance (保险).
- We must protect the environment (保护环境).
- The nanny takes care of the child (保姆).
- This product has a one-year warranty (保修).
Collocations
- to protect(保护)
- insurance(保险)
- to guarantee(保证)
- nanny(保姆)
- maintenance(保养)
- security guard(保安)
Idioms
- To protect oneself by staying out of trouble(明哲保身)
- To protect the nation and bring peace to the people(保国安民)
- To protect the emperor on a journey(保驾护行)
Cultural background
FAQ- The character originally depicted a person carrying a child on their back, symbolizing protection and care.
- In traditional Chinese culture, the concept of '保' extends to family lineage, health, and social stability.
- It is a common element in names, conveying wishes for safety, health, and protection.