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Component Breakdown
防=
阝方
hill + 方
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hill and direction. Defending direction with hill.
Symbolism
Defense, prevention, precaution. Represents defending.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Era of war
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
正当防衛
せいとうぼうえい
legitimate self-defence; legitimate self-defense; legitimate self-defence
過剰防衛
かじょうぼうえい
excessive or unjustifiable self-defense (defence); excessive or unjustifiable self-defense (defence)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 防 mean in Japanese?
防 means ward off, defend, protect, resist.
How do you read 防?
On'yomi: ボウ (BOU). Kun'yomi: ふせ.ぐ (fusegu).
How many strokes does 防 have?
防 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 防 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 防 (ward off, defend, protect, resist) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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