proteger-se
[pro-te-ˈʒɛɾ sə]
verb
to protect oneself
1. to take measures to defend or safeguard oneself from harm, danger, or risk
You should protect yourself by wearing a seatbelt while driving.
Você deve proteger-se usando cinto de segurança ao dirigir.
2. to shield oneself emotionally or psychologically from hurt or disappointment
She tends to protect herself by avoiding emotional commitment.
Ela tende a proteger-se evitando compromisso emocional.
3. to take legal or formal steps to secure one's rights or interests
It's important to protect yourself legally with proper contracts.
É importante proteger-se legalmente com contratos apropriados.
NYC Slang
watch your back; cover yourself
Related Idioms & Phrases
proteger-se das intempéries (to shelter from the elements)
proteger-se contra riscos (to guard against risks)
proteger-se de críticas (to shield oneself from criticism)
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