protector
/pɾoteɡˈtoɾ/masculine
The Spanish word for protector is protector. Wiktionary also lists protectora and valedor.
Meaning: someone who protects or guards (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| protector | /pɾoteɡˈtoɾ/ | masculine |
| protectora | /pɾoteɡˈtoɾa/ | feminine |
| valedor | /baleˈdoɾ/ | masculine |
A protector is someone or something that protects or guards. Protector is a term used in formal contexts to refer to someone or something that protects or defends.
Which one should you use?
While protector implies physical or general guarding, valedor is a more formal term often used for someone who acts as a legal or political advocate/supporter.
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form protectora is used when the person being referred to is female.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾoteɡˈtoɾ/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, if you see a sign for a protectora de animales, it is not referring to a single person but to an animal shelter or rescue organization.
- While protector is used for people, Spanish also uses the word protector to describe physical products like sunscreen, known as protector solar.
- The word valedor shares a root with the verb valer, which means 'to be worth' or 'to be capable'.
Examples in context
- Ella es mi protectora.She is my protector.This sentence shows how to use the feminine form protectora.Tatoeba #11570373 by carlosalberto, translation #11570362 by carlosalberto
- El producto es un protector de pantalla de alta calidad.The product is a high-quality screen protector.
- Mi perro siempre ha sido mi fiel cuidador.My dog has always been my loyal protector.
- El perro es un gran protector.The dog is a great protector.
- Él fue el protector de la ciudad.He was the protector of the city.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are talking about a loyal guard dog.
- DanielMira ese perro, es un protector increíble.Look at that dog, he is an incredible protector.
- SofíaTienes razón, se ve muy fuerte.You are right, he looks very strong.
- DanielCualquier intruso tendría miedo de ese protector.Any intruder would be afraid of that protector.
- SofíaSí, Daniel, es el guardián perfecto.Yes, Daniel, he is the perfect guardian.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “protector” translations and entries protector, protectora, valedor, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
