守

shǒu
#794 most
frequent character
guard, defend, observe
verb

Example Sentences

他在门口守卫。
tāzài ménkǒu shǒuwèi 。
He is guarding at the door.
我们需要守住自己的原则。
wǒmen xūyào shǒuzhù zìjǐ de yuánzé 。
We need to defend our own principles.
请守住这个秘密。
qǐng shǒuzhù zhègè mìmì 。
Please observe this secret.

Words with similar meanings

卫wèi
guard
More formal and often used in military contexts.
防fáng
defend
Specifically emphasizes the action of protecting against threats.
看守kānshǒu
watch over
Implies a sense of monitoring or keeping watch in a protective manner.

Words Starting With 守

守护shǒu hù
to guard; to protect

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