This is the 2422nd most frequent German word.
protesten
"Protesten" means "to protest" in English.
Here, 'protestieren' is used as a verb meaning 'to protest' or 'to express opposition publicly through demonstrations or actions.
Die Menschen gingen auf die Straße, um gegen die neuen Gesetze zu protestieren.
The people took to the streets to protest against the new laws.
Here, 'Protests' is used as a noun derived from 'protestieren,' referring to the organized action or event aimed at expressing opposition.
Während des Protests hielten die Anführer Reden gegen die Korruption.
During the protest, the leaders gave speeches against corruption.
Here, 'Protest' is used as a singular noun referring to the specific action or expression of dissent by the activist.