What is the Kanji for 'Protect'? | 守
If you are wondering what is the Japanese Kanji for 'Protect', you've come to the right place!
The Japanese Kanji for 'Protect' is 守.
Parts of the Kanji 守
If you visually break down this kanji, you can see it is made up of 2 parts:
守 As Part Of Other Kanji
This kanji appears as part of one other kanji:
Words Using 守
This kanji is used in 7 words:
Kanji Related to 守 Through the Part 宀
These 36 kanji contain the part 宀 as well.
Kanji Related to 守 Through the Part 寸
These 21 kanji contain the part 寸 as well.
Learn the Kanji 守
Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.
What does 守 mean?
守 means 'Protect'.
Japanese school students learn this kanji in Third Grade, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N3 exam.
To help you master this kanji, here's an interactive lesson where you'll practice its readings and meanings.