What is the Spanish word for "defense"?

Learn how to say "defense" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

defense

Spanish

defensa

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Examples of how to use "defense" in Spanish

English
What is your best defense in this game?
Spanish
¿Cuál es tu mejor defensa en este juego?
English
The lawyer prepared a strong defense.
Spanish
El abogado preparó una defensa sólida.
English
Their defense kept the score low.
Spanish
Su defensa mantuvo bajo el marcador.
English
She spoke in defense of her friend.
Spanish
Ella habló en defensa de su amiga.
English
Good sleep is your best defense.
Spanish
Un buen sueño es tu mejor defensa.

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