How to say 'Security' in Japanese | 警備

word

Meaning

Security

Reading

Kanji

警Warn 備Equip, Provide

Explanation

The Japanese noun '警備 (けいび)' refers to 'security' or 'guarding'. It is commonly used to describe the act of protecting or guarding a place, event, or person. This term is often associated with professional security services, such as those employed at events, buildings, or public spaces. For example: The security at the event was tight「イベントの警備は厳しかった」(イベントのけいびはきびしかった). We need to increase security for the building「建物の警備を強化する必要がある」(たてもののけいびをきょうかするひつようがある). The word can also imply vigilance and preparedness to prevent potential threats or disturbances.

Part Of Speech

noun

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Kanji Grade

Frequency

6451

Composition

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