Protection in Japanese
"protection" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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defense, protection
Reading: ei
16 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Composed of go and leather. Protecting the path.
What it carries
Defense, hygiene, guard. Represents protecting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for protection?
The most common kanji for "protection" is 衛, read as ei. It means defense, protection. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 衛 have?
衛 has 16 strokes.