When you're learning Danish at a B1 level, you're moving beyond basic survival phrases and starting to talk about more abstract concepts.
Understanding verbs like "beskytte" (to protect) is really useful because it allows you to express care, security, and safeguarding in various contexts.
You might use it when talking about protecting the environment, your family, or even your computer from viruses.
It's a versatile verb that will significantly expand your ability to communicate more nuanced ideas in Danish.
When using "beskytte" in a C1 context, consider its nuances. It can refer to physical protection, like guarding a person or property.
However, it also extends to abstract concepts, such as protecting an idea, a reputation, or the environment.
At this level, you might encounter it in discussions about policy, law, or ethical considerations, where the act of safeguarding something is more complex than a simple physical barrier.
Think about the difference between protecting a child from danger and protecting a nation's cultural heritage; both use "beskytte" but imply different actions and scales.
When discussing the nuances of 'beskytte' at a C2 level, it's beneficial to differentiate it from closely related terms. While 'beskytte' primarily means to protect or guard, often implying a defense against harm or danger, it can sometimes be interchangeable with 'værne om', which has a slightly stronger connotation of cherishing or preserving something carefully, like a tradition or a delicate object. Another related term is 'forsvare', which specifically means to defend, often in a more active, confrontational sense, like defending oneself in court or defending a fortress. Therefore, while 'beskytte' is a broad term, understanding the subtle distinctions with 'værne om' and 'forsvare' allows for more precise and nuanced expression in advanced Danish.
§ Understanding 'beskytte'
The Danish verb 'beskytte' (CEFR B1) means 'to protect' or 'to guard'. It's a useful word for many situations, from protecting your belongings to protecting the environment. Let's break down how to use it.
- DEFINITION
- To protect or guard something or someone from harm, danger, or damage.
Vi skal beskytte miljøet.
Translation hint: We must protect the environment.
Han forsøger at beskytte sin familie.
Translation hint: He tries to protect his family.
§ Similar words and when to use 'beskytte' vs alternatives
In Danish, there are a few words that can seem similar to 'beskytte'. Let's look at them and clarify when to use each one.
'Forsvare' (to defend): While 'beskytte' means to protect generally, 'forsvare' has a stronger connotation of active defense against an attack or threat. You 'beskytter' something over time, but you 'forsvarer' it in the moment of danger.
Soldaterne forsvarer landet.
Translation hint: The soldiers defend the country.
Forældre vil altid beskytte deres børn.
Translation hint: Parents will always protect their children.
'Vogte' (to guard, to watch over): This word is very close to 'beskytte', especially in the sense of 'to guard'. 'Vogte' often implies a more passive role of watching over something to ensure its safety, often against theft or intrusion. It's common with animals or property.
Hunden vogter huset om natten.
Translation hint: The dog guards the house at night.
You could say 'Hunden beskytter huset', but 'vogter' emphasizes the active guarding role. 'Beskytte' is broader and can apply to abstract things too, like rights or reputation.
'Skåne' (to spare, to save, to protect from hardship): 'Skåne' is used when you want to protect someone from an unpleasant experience, pain, or difficulty. It's about shielding them from something negative rather than actively guarding them from danger.
Jeg ville skåne hende for sandheden.
Translation hint: I wanted to spare her from the truth.
Here, 'beskytte' wouldn't fit as well. You're not protecting her from physical harm, but from emotional distress.
In summary, 'beskytte' is your go-to for general protection. The other words have more specific nuances. Keep practicing, and you'll get the hang of it!
نکته جالب
The 'be-' prefix in Danish often indicates an action affecting an object, similar to 'be-' in English words like 'beware' or 'beseige'.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
Vi er nødt til at beskytte vores miljø for fremtidige generationer.
We need to protect our environment for future generations.
Here, 'beskytte' is used with a direct object 'vores miljø'.
Hun vil altid beskytte sine børn mod fare.
She will always protect her children from danger.
'Beskytte mod' is a common construction meaning 'to protect from'.
Det er vigtigt at beskytte sig selv mod solen om sommeren.
It is important to protect oneself from the sun in the summer.
'Beskytte sig selv' means 'to protect oneself'.
Politiet forsøgte at beskytte vidnet under retssagen.
The police tried to protect the witness during the trial.
Past tense of 'beskytte' is 'beskyttede'.
Lovgivningen har til formål at beskytte arbejdstagernes rettigheder.
The legislation aims to protect workers' rights.
'Har til formål at beskytte' means 'aims to protect'.
Han brugte et skjold til at beskytte sig mod fjendens angreb.
He used a shield to protect himself from the enemy's attack.
'Beskytte sig mod' with an instrument of protection.
Det er en forælders pligt at beskytte sit barn.
It is a parent's duty to protect their child.
'Pligt at beskytte' means 'duty to protect'.
Skoven hjælper med at beskytte jorden mod erosion.
The forest helps to protect the soil from erosion.
'Hjælper med at beskytte' means 'helps to protect'.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
Vi skal beskytte jorden for fremtidige generationer.
We must protect the earth for future generations.
Hjælmen kan beskytte dit hoved mod stød.
The helmet can protect your head from impact.
Det er vigtigt at beskytte sig mod solen.
It is important to protect yourself from the sun.
Loven skal beskytte de svageste i samfundet.
The law must protect the weakest in society.
Jeg vil altid beskytte min familie.
I will always protect my family.
Disse mure blev bygget for at beskytte byen.
These walls were built to protect the city.
Hvordan kan vi bedst beskytte vores data online?
How can we best protect our data online?
Man bør beskytte sine øjne, når man arbejder med farlige kemikalier.
One should protect one's eyes when working with dangerous chemicals.
Organisationen arbejder på at beskytte truede arter.
The organization works to protect endangered species.
Forældre har pligt til at beskytte deres børn.
Parents have a duty to protect their children.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
"at beskytte sine egne interesser"
to protect one's own interests
Det er vigtigt at beskytte sine egne interesser i forhandlinger. (It is important to protect one's own interests in negotiations.)
neutral"at beskytte nogen mod noget"
to protect someone from something
Forældre forsøger at beskytte deres børn mod farer. (Parents try to protect their children from dangers.)
neutral"at beskytte et privatliv"
to protect privacy
Loven er designet til at beskytte folks privatliv. (The law is designed to protect people's privacy.)
neutral"at beskytte en art"
to protect a species
Mange organisationer arbejder for at beskytte truede arter. (Many organizations work to protect endangered species.)
neutral"at beskytte en investering"
to protect an investment
Han tog skridt til at beskytte sin investering mod markedets udsving. (He took steps to protect his investment against market fluctuations.)
neutral"at beskytte sit omdømme"
to protect one's reputation
Det er afgørende at beskytte sit omdømme i den professionelle verden. (It is crucial to protect one's reputation in the professional world.)
neutral"at beskytte sig selv"
to protect oneself
Husk altid at beskytte dig selv i farlige situationer. (Always remember to protect yourself in dangerous situations.)
neutral"at beskytte en hemmelighed"
to protect a secret
Han svor på at beskytte hendes hemmelighed for enhver pris. (He swore to protect her secret at all costs.)
neutral"at beskytte mod tyveri"
to protect against theft
Alarmen er installeret for at beskytte huset mod tyveri. (The alarm is installed to protect the house against theft.)
neutral"at beskytte ryggen på nogen"
to have someone's back (literally: to protect someone's back)
Du kan regne med, at jeg altid vil beskytte din ryg. (You can count on me to always have your back.)
informalخانواده کلمه
اسمها
صفتها
ریشه کلمه
Old Norse 'beskydda'
معنای اصلی: to shield, to guard
North Germanicبافت فرهنگی
Danes value safety and security. You'll hear 'beskytte' in contexts ranging from personal safety ('beskytte sig selv' - to protect oneself) to environmental conservation ('beskytte miljøet' - to protect the environment). It's a fundamental concept in Danish society.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
When talking about protecting people or things from harm.
- Vi skal beskytte vores børn.
- Det er vigtigt at beskytte miljøet.
- Hunden er trænet til at beskytte familien.
When discussing safety or security measures.
- Disse foranstaltninger vil beskytte dig mod tyveri.
- Vi installerer alarmer for at beskytte huset.
- Hvordan kan vi bedst beskytte vores data?
When referring to something that offers protection.
- Solen beskytter huden med solcreme.
- Denne jakke beskytter mod kulden.
- Muren var bygget til at beskytte byen.
When talking about defending rights or interests.
- Vi kæmper for at beskytte arbejdernes rettigheder.
- Advokaten vil beskytte hans interesser.
- Det er vigtigt at beskytte ytringsfriheden.
In a more figurative sense, like protecting a reputation or secret.
- Hun forsøger at beskytte sit ry.
- Vi må beskytte denne hemmelighed.
- Det er vigtigt at beskytte vores kulturarv.
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"Hvordan beskytter du dine vigtigste ejendele?"
"Hvilke dyr synes du, vi skal beskytte mest i Danmark?"
"Hvad gør du for at beskytte dig selv mod solen om sommeren?"
"Hvad er den bedste måde at beskytte vores online privatliv på?"
"Har du nogensinde været nødt til at beskytte nogen eller noget vigtigt?"
موضوعات نگارش
Beskriv en situation, hvor du følte dig nødt til at beskytte nogen. Hvad skete der?
Hvilke ting i dit liv vil du beskytte for enhver pris? Hvorfor?
Skriv om, hvordan du kan beskytte miljøet i din hverdag.
Forestil dig, at du skal beskytte en hemmelighed. Hvordan ville du gøre det, og hvorfor er den vigtig?
Reflektér over, hvordan teknologi kan både beskytte og true vores privatliv. Giv eksempler.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYou can use 'beskytte' similarly to 'to protect' in English. For example, 'Jeg vil beskytte dig' means 'I want to protect you'.
Yes, 'beskytte' is a verb. The present tense is 'beskytter' (e.g., 'Han beskytter sin familie' - 'He protects his family'). The past tense is 'beskyttede' (e.g., 'De beskyttede byen' - 'They protected the city'). The past participle is 'beskyttet' (e.g., 'Barnet er beskyttet' - 'The child is protected').
No, 'beskytte' can be used for both physical and abstract protection. For instance, 'Vi skal beskytte miljøet' means 'We must protect the environment'.
'Beskytte' is a more general term for protection. 'Værne' often implies a more active, deliberate, and sometimes moral or ethical defense of something, like 'at værne om sine rettigheder' (to protect/defend one's rights).
Yes, you can say 'at beskytte sig selv' for 'to protect oneself'.
Yes, the noun 'beskyttelse' means 'protection'. For example, 'De søgte beskyttelse' means 'They sought protection'.
You would say 'en beskyttet art' (a protected species).
Generally, yes. You protect something or someone. For example, 'Han beskytter sine interesser' (He protects his interests).
You would say 'under beskyttelse'. For example, 'Byen er under beskyttelse' (The city is under protection).
Not many very common idioms, but you might hear 'at beskytte sine egne' which means 'to protect one's own people/interests'.
خودت رو بسنج 54 سوال
Jeg vil ___ min familie.
The sentence means 'I want to protect my family.' 'Beskytte' means 'to protect'.
Hunden skal ___ huset.
The sentence means 'The dog must guard the house.' 'Beskytte' means 'to guard'.
Vi skal ___ os mod regnen.
The sentence means 'We must protect ourselves from the rain.' 'Beskytte' means 'to protect'.
En paraply kan ___ dig mod solen.
The sentence means 'An umbrella can protect you from the sun.' 'Beskytte' means 'to protect'.
Det er vigtigt at ___ naturen.
The sentence means 'It is important to protect nature.' 'Beskytte' means 'to protect'.
De prøver at ___ deres børn.
The sentence means 'They try to protect their children.' 'Beskytte' means 'to protect'.
The basic sentence structure in Danish is Subject-Verb-Object. 'Jeg' (I) is the subject, 'vil beskytte' (will protect) is the verb phrase, and 'dig' (you) is the object.
'Katten' (the cat) is the subject, 'beskytter' (protects) is the verb, and 'huset' (the house) is the object.
'Vi' (we) is the subject, 'skal beskytte' (must protect) is the verb phrase, and 'vores familie' (our family) is the object.
Forældre har et naturligt instinkt til at ___ deres børn mod fare.
The context implies the parents' role in safeguarding their children.
Det er vigtigt at ___ naturen for fremtidige generationer.
The sentence suggests preserving nature for the future.
En stærk forsvarsmur blev bygget for at ___ byen mod fjender.
A defensive wall's purpose is to guard a city from adversaries.
Solen kan ___ din hud, så husk solcreme.
Sunscreen helps to protect your skin from the sun.
Vi skal ___ de truede dyrearter for at bevare biodiversiteten.
To preserve biodiversity, we need to protect endangered species.
Regeringen har indført nye love for at ___ forbrugerne mod svindel.
New laws are often enacted to safeguard consumers from fraud.
Hvilket ord betyder 'at beskytte' på dansk?
Ordet 'beskytte' betyder at beskytte eller at vogte over noget.
Vælg den sætning, hvor 'beskytte' bruges korrekt:
'Beskytte' bruges ofte i forbindelse med at værne om noget vigtigt, som miljøet.
Hvilket af følgende er et synonym for 'beskytte'?
'Værne om' er et godt synonym for 'beskytte', da det også betyder at tage vare på og forsvare noget.
Man kan beskytte sine børn mod fare.
Det er en almindelig brug af 'beskytte' at beskytte mennesker, især børn, mod fare.
Ordet 'beskytte' bruges kun om fysisk beskyttelse.
'Beskytte' kan også bruges om mere abstrakte ting, som at beskytte sine rettigheder eller et ry.
En hund kan beskytte sit hjem.
Hunde er kendt for at beskytte deres territorium og de mennesker, de bor sammen med.
Imagine you are an environmental activist. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) about why it's important to protect natural habitats in Denmark. Use 'beskytte' at least once.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
Vi er nødt til at beskytte vores naturlige levesteder for at bevare biodiversiteten i Danmark. Det er afgørende for fremtidige generationer, at vi tager vare på miljøet. Dyrene har også ret til at leve i et sundt og sikkert miljø. Lad os alle arbejde sammen for at sikre dette.
You are writing an email to a friend about a recent incident where you helped someone. Describe how you 'protected' them (or their belongings) in 2-3 sentences. Use 'beskytte' at least once.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
Hej [Vens navn], jeg ville lige fortælle dig om en oplevelse, jeg havde i går. Jeg så en ældre dame have problemer med sin taske, og jeg skyndte mig at beskytte den, så den ikke blev stjålet. Det føltes godt at kunne hjælpe hende i den situation.
Write a short public service announcement (2-3 sentences) encouraging people to protect their personal information online. Include 'beskytte' at least once.
خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.
پاسخ نمونه
Husk altid at beskytte dine personlige oplysninger, når du er online. Vær forsigtig med, hvad du deler, og brug stærke adgangskoder. Din sikkerhed på internettet er vigtig!
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
این متن را بخوانید:
I Danmark har vi en lang tradition for at beskytte vores kulturarv. Mange historiske bygninger og monumenter bliver vedligeholdt med stor omhu for at bevare dem for eftertiden. Det er et kollektivt ansvar at sikre, at disse værdifulde arvestykker ikke forsvinder.
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
Passagen nævner specifikt 'kulturarv', 'historiske bygninger og monumenter' og at 'bevare dem for eftertiden', hvilket alt sammen peger på beskyttelse af kulturarv.
Passagen nævner specifikt 'kulturarv', 'historiske bygninger og monumenter' og at 'bevare dem for eftertiden', hvilket alt sammen peger på beskyttelse af kulturarv.
Hvilken effekt har den nye lovgivning?
این متن را بخوانید:
En ny lovgivning er blevet indført for at beskytte forbrugernes rettigheder bedre. Nu har kunderne stærkere muligheder for at klage over defekte varer og få erstatning. Dette skal sikre mere retfærdighed i handlen.
Hvilken effekt har den nye lovgivning?
Teksten siger, at lovgivningen er til for at 'beskytte forbrugernes rettigheder bedre' og at kunderne har 'stærkere muligheder for at klage over defekte varer og få erstatning'.
Teksten siger, at lovgivningen er til for at 'beskytte forbrugernes rettigheder bedre' og at kunderne har 'stærkere muligheder for at klage over defekte varer og få erstatning'.
Hvad er det primære råd i passagen?
این متن را بخوانید:
For at beskytte sig mod den kolde vintervind er det vigtigt at klæde sig varmt på. Lag-på-lag-princippet anbefales ofte for at opretholde kropstemperaturen effektivt. En god jakke og hue er uundværlige.
Hvad er det primære råd i passagen?
Passagen nævner 'klæde sig varmt på' og 'Lag-på-lag-princippet' som midler til at 'beskytte sig mod den kolde vintervind'.
Passagen nævner 'klæde sig varmt på' og 'Lag-på-lag-princippet' som midler til at 'beskytte sig mod den kolde vintervind'.
Focus on the meaning of 'beskytte' in the context of preserving nature.
Listen for how 'beskytte' is used regarding data privacy.
Pay attention to the role of parents and the object they 'beskytte'.
این را بلند بخوانید:
Vi må beskytte de udsatte grupper i samfundet.
تمرکز: udsatte grupper
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
Hvem skal beskytte os mod økonomisk ustabilitet?
تمرکز: økonomisk ustabilitet
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
Den nye firewall skal beskytte virksomhedens netværk mod cyberangreb.
تمرکز: cyberangreb
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
Regeringen arbejder på at ___ borgernes privatliv i den digitale tidsalder.
Contextually, the government's role regarding privacy in the digital age is to 'protect' it. 'Forbedre' (improve), 'udvikle' (develop), and 'begrænse' (limit) do not fit the protective function.
Det er afgørende at ___ truede dyrearter mod udryddelse gennem internationale aftaler.
The primary goal for endangered species is to 'protect' them from extinction. 'Studere' (study), 'fodre' (feed), and 'jage' (hunt) are not the main actions in this context.
Forældre har et ansvar for at ___ deres børn mod skadelige påvirkninger fra medierne.
Parents' responsibility regarding harmful media influences is to 'protect' their children. While education and supervision are part of parenting, 'protect' is the direct action against harm.
En stærk forfatning er designet til at ___ borgernes grundlæggende rettigheder.
A constitution's main purpose concerning fundamental rights is to 'protect' them. 'Tolke' (interpret), 'ændre' (change), and 'definere' (define) are related but not the core function of a strong constitution in this context.
Lægen anbefalede at ___ huden mod solen med høj faktor solcreme for at undgå skader.
The advice to use high-factor sunscreen is specifically to 'protect' the skin from sun damage. 'Brune' (tan) is the opposite, 'udstille' (expose) is what you're trying to avoid, and 'pleje' (care for) is broader but 'beskytte' is more precise here.
Det internationale samfund forsøger at ___ kulturel arv i krigshærgede områder.
In war-torn areas, the international community's effort regarding cultural heritage is to 'protect' it from further destruction. 'Genopbygge' (rebuild) comes after damage, 'dokumentere' (document) is part of preservation but not the primary active defense, and 'udforske' (explore) is not the goal here.
Listen for the phrase about protecting the environment.
Pay attention to how she tried to protect her reputation.
What is the law designed to protect?
این را بلند بخوانید:
Hvordan vil du beskytte dig selv mod misinformation i en digital tidsalder?
تمرکز: beskytte, misinformation
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
Diskuter de etiske dilemmaer ved at beskytte en ven, der har begået en fejl.
تمرکز: etiske, dilemmaer, beskytte
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
این را بلند بخوانید:
I en nødsituation, hvordan ville du beskytte dine kære?
تمرکز: nødsituation, beskytte, kære
تو گفتی:
تشخیص گفتار در مرورگر شما پشتیبانی نمیشود. از کروم یا اج استفاده کنید.
This sentence describes how efforts to protect a rare species' habitat have intensified. 'Bestræbelser' (efforts) is the subject, followed by the infinitive phrase 'på at beskytte' (to protect).
The sentence illustrates the implementation of new laws to protect consumers from fraud. 'Myndighederne' (the authorities) is the subject, and 'for at beskytte' (in order to protect) introduces the purpose.
This sentence emphasizes the importance of protecting personal data from unauthorized access. 'Det er vigtigt at' (It is important to) is a common construction for expressing importance.
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محتوای مرتبط
این کلمه در زبانهای دیگر
واژههای بیشتر environment
zonet
C1Divided into distinct regions or areas.
skadelig
B1Causing or likely to cause harm.
forurening
B1The presence or introduction of harmful substances into the environment.
bæredygtig
B1Capable of being maintained at a steady level.
bæredygtighed
B1The ability to be maintained at a certain level.
anlægge
B1To build or establish something.
forurenet
B1Made impure or harmful.
klima
A1The weather conditions in an area
klimatisk
B2Relating to the climate.
jord
A1The planet or soil
