🇬🇧🇪🇸 defense - defensa : English Lesson

Meaning of "defense" ("defensa"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Defense is the act of protecting someone or something from attack, danger, or injury. It can involve physical actions, strategies, or measures taken to guard against threats.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

My grandma’s best defense against cold weather is ten layers of sweaters.

The cat’s defense against bath time is running at lightning speed under the bed.

My little sister’s defense against bedtime is screaming, “But I’m NOT tired!”

In my defense, I didn’t mean to eat all the ice cream… but it was just there!

My best defense against my little brother’s pranks is locking my door.

A small boy saw a big dog run fast. He lifted his school bag in defense. The bag was a thin defense, then his arms became a firm defense. His quick step back was a small defense. A loud shout became another defense as people came. The dog stopped, sniffed, and left. He smiled, safe.

This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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