proteger del sol
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proteger del sol(
proh
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teh
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hehr
dehl
sohl
)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (general)
a. to protect from the sun
La sombrilla te protegerá del sol.The parasol will protect you from the sun.
b. to shade
Si instalamos los aparatos de aire acondicionado en ventanas protegidas del sol por los árboles, reduciremos el consumo de energía.If we install air conditioners in windows that are shaded by trees, we will reduce energy consumption.
protegerse del sol
A pronominal verb phrase combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and always uses a reflexive pronoun. (e.g., Se dio cuenta del problema.)
2. (general)
a. to protect oneself from the sun
Hoy va a hacer mucho calor. Ponte una gorra para protegerte del sol.It's going to be really hot today. Use a cap to protect yourself from the sun.
b. to protect against the sun
La mejor manera de protegerse del sol es aplicando un buen protector solar.The best way to protect against the sun is to apply a good sunscreen.
c. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Si está en la playa a mediodía, use sombrero en todo momento para protegerse del sol.If you're on the beach at midday, wear a hat at all times for protection from the sun.
Wilson se protegió los ojos del sol y miró al horizonte.Wilson shaded his eyes with his hand and looked at the horizon.
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