Kanji for "Defend"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "defend". The most popular choice is shown first.
防View details →
Top pick
ward off, defend, protect, resist
Reading: bou
7 strokes · powerful, peaceful
Related kanji for "defend"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for defend?
The most common kanji for "defend" is 防, read as bou. It means ward off, defend, protect. Related kanji: 守 (defend).
How many strokes does 防 have?
防 has 7 strokes.