Kanji 防: ward off, defend, protect, resist
Key takeaways
Kanji 防: ward off, defend, protect, resist. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 防
ward off, defend, protect, resist
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Imagine building a hill or embankment (⻖) in a specific direction (方) to block enemies or floods. It represents setting up a barrier to protect and defend a location. You can find this kanji in words like 'defense' or 'prevention'.
