protecemos

Protegemos is the first-person plural present indicative form of the Spanish verb proteger, meaning “we protect.” In standard Spanish the correct spelling for this form is protegemos; protecemos is a common misspelling or typographic variant found in informal writing or branding. The verb proteger is irregular in the present tense: yo protejo, tú proteges, él protege, nosotros protegemos, vosotros protegéis, ellos protegen.

Etymology and linguistic notes: Proteger derives from Latin protegere, formed from pro- “forward” and tegere “to cover.” The modern forms reflect this origin and the phonological adjustments that occur in Spanish conjugation, including the irregular yo form protejo and the regular nosotros form protegemos.

Usage and examples: Proteger is used to express guarding people, property, or values such as rights and the environment. Examples include: Protegemos a nuestra comunidad contra daños; La ley protege a las víctimas; Las políticas protegen el medio ambiente. The nosotros form prote g e mos is commonly used to emphasize collective action or responsibility.

Variants and branding: While protegemos is the standard verb form, protecemos can appear as a stylized spelling in logos, slogans, or marketing copy. In such cases, it is typically understood as a deliberate deviation from standard orthography and is not considered correct in formal writing.

See also: Protección, Protector, Protección social, Protección ambiental.