What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
protect
Example
It's important to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. [protect: verb]
Example
The company has implemented security measures to protect its data from cyberattacks. [protect: verb]
safeguard
Example
The government has implemented measures to safeguard the country's natural resources. [safeguard: verb]
Example
The school has a policy to safeguard its students from bullying. [safeguard: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Protect is more common than safeguard in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between protect and safeguard?
Safeguard is more formal and serious than protect, and is often used in legal or official contexts.
