Chinese

bǎo
Meaning: to protect; to keep; to guarantee
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

為了保命,他不得不逃跑。
为了保命,他不得不逃跑。
In order to save his life, he had to run away.
這次事故中,他僥倖保住了命。
In this accident, he luckily saved his life.
為了保住飯碗,他拼命工作。
In order to keep his job, he worked desperately.
魚類必須冷藏以保新鮮。
Fish must be refrigerated to keep it fresh.
夏天出門前,我會噴一些保溼噴霧。
Before going out in summer, I spray some moisturizing mist.

Usage Notes

Used to mean protecting, keeping safe, or guaranteeing.

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