Translation of Polish word "chronić" to English
chronić
/xrɔɲɪt͡ʂ/
Meaning
VerbTo keep safe; to defend; to guard; to prevent harm coming to.
How to use
The verb 'chronić' (to protect / shield / guard) is imperfective; its perfective counterpart is 'ochronić'. It requires a direct object in the accusative case ('chronić środowisko' — to protect the environment). To say 'protect from/against', use 'chronić przed' + instrumental case (e.g., 'chronić przed deszczem').
🇬🇧 English
protect
Structure Guide
Polish Word: chronić
Translation: protect
Example Sentences
Trzeba chronić nasze środowisko.
We need to protect our environment.
Chronić nas od złego złodzieja.
Protect us from the bad thief.
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Common phrases
- chronić przed słońcem— to protect from the sun
- chronić środowisko— to protect the environment
- chronić prywatność— to protect privacy
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🦊 Conjugation of the verb "chronić"Full conjugation →
Present Tense (Czas teraźniejszy)
Past Tense (Czas przeszły)
Perfect Aspect (Czas przeszły złożony)
ja chroniłem / chroniłam
Imperative (Tryb rozkazujący)
Frequency rank: #334 in Polish
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What does the Polish word "chronić" mean?▼
The Polish word "chronić" means "protect" in English.
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