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é˛
Prevent, Defend, Protect
ãĩã (ã)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Japan frequently prepares for earthquakes, typhoons, and tsunamis. The word é˛įŊ (disaster prevention) is seen on evacuation maps, schools, and public facilities throughout the country.
Memory Trick
Imagine a strong castle wall protecting a town from danger. That defense helps you remember é˛ means 'to protect' or 'to prevent.'
Readings
Onyomi: ããĻ (bou)
Kunyomi: ãĩã (ã)
Example Words
é˛ã
ãĩãã (fusegu)
To prevent
é˛įŊ
ãŧããã (bousai)
Disaster prevention
äēé˛
ããŧã (yobou)
Prevention
æļé˛
ããããŧã (shoubou)
Firefighting
Example Sentence
į æ° ã é˛ã ãããĢ æ ã æ´ããžãã
ãŗããã ã ãĩãã ãããĢ ãĻ ã ããããžãã
byouki o fusegu tame ni te o araimasu
I wash my hands to prevent illness.