Verteidigung
defence
the act of protecting something from attack
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General term for repelling an attack, threat, or pressure; broader than the primary word and can also be used in sports or defensive reactions.
A broader word for protection or safeguarding; not necessarily about repelling an attack, but often about preventing harm.
A military or sports term for a line or position held in defense. It is more concrete than the general idea of defense.
Usually means a person who defends someone or something; often used in sports or legal contexts as a defender.
A security service or security staff; not the defense itself, but the people or organization providing protection.
A concrete measure taken to protect against danger, harm, or attack; it focuses on an action rather than defense as a whole.
Originally a shield for protection, but also often used figuratively for something that protects against outside influence, criticism, or danger.
A measure for repelling a threat, attack, or unwanted influence; sounds technical and is often used in official or military contexts.
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Verteidigung means defence. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Verteidigung
/fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaɪ̯dɪɡʊŋ/
Verteidigung translation
defence
Verteidigung examples
Die Verteidigung der Stadt war stark.
Verteidigung transcription
/fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaɪ̯dɪɡʊŋ/
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Verteidigung meaning: what does it mean?
der Akt, etwas vor einem Angriff zu schützen
Verteidigung pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Verteidigung is pronounced as /fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaɪ̯dɪɡʊŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Verteidigung definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Die Verteidigung der Stadt war stark. Translation: Оборона города была сильной.
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