This is the 1850th most frequent German word.
schützen
To protect or defend.
In this sentence, 'schützen' is used to express the act of safeguarding or defending something from harm or danger.
Wir müssen die Wälder vor Abholzung schützen.
We must protect the forests from deforestation.
Here, 'schützen' is applied in the context of using measures or tools to prevent negative effects on oneself or others.
Er trägt eine spezielle Kleidung, um seine Haut vor der Sonne zu schützen.
He wears special clothing to protect his skin from the sun.
In this example, 'schützen' refers to the active defense or preservation of an area against hostile forces or threats.