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defense in Chinese

defense in Chinese is 防守, 禁止 — defense means the action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.

defense in Chinese

防守
noun
Pronounced: fáng shǒu
The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.
禁止
noun
Pronounced: jìn zhǐ
(obsolete) A prohibition; a prohibitory ordinance.

What does "defense" mean?

  1. noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
    "The nation increased spending on defense."
  2. noun In sport, the players or tactics focused on stopping the opposing team from scoring.
    "The defense forced three turnovers in the first quarter."
  3. noun In law, the case or team presenting arguments on behalf of the accused.
    "The defense rested its case after two witnesses."

defense in a sentence

  • The nation increased spending on defense.
  • He raised his arms in self-defense.
  • The defense forced three turnovers in the first quarter.
  • The defense rested its case after two witnesses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "defense" in Chinese?

"defense" in Chinese is 防守, 禁止. defense means: The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.

How do you pronounce 防守?

"defense" in Chinese is 防守, pronounced "fáng shǒu".

How do you use "defense" in a sentence?

Example: "The nation increased spending on defense." In Chinese, "defense" is 防守, 禁止.

Are there other ways to say "defense" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "defense": 防守, 禁止.

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