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防
Prevent, Defend, Protect
ふせ.ぐ
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Japan frequently prepares for earthquakes, typhoons, and tsunamis. The word 防災 (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 防 means 'to protect' or 'to prevent.'
Readings
Onyomi: ボウ (bou)
Kunyomi: ふせ.ぐ
Example Words
防ぐ
ふせぐ (fusegu)
To prevent
防災
ぼうさい (bousai)
Disaster prevention
予防
よぼう (yobou)
Prevention
消防
しょうぼう (shoubou)
Firefighting
Example Sentence
病気 を 防ぐ ために 手 を 洗います。
びょうき を ふせぐ ために て を あらいます。
byouki o fusegu tame ni te o araimasu
I wash my hands to prevent illness.