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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of respect and words. Respectful warning words.
Symbolism
Police, warning, security. Represents warning.
Component Breakdown
警=
敬言
敬 + speech
Words & Expressions
Words written with 警
Proverbs & Idioms
警戒は怠るな
けいかいはおこたるな
Do not neglect vigilance
Stay alert and never let your guard down
Anime & Manga
ブルータル 殺人警察官の告白
Brutal
A well-known work with 警 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“admonish”
“commandment”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 警 mean in Japanese?
警 means admonish, commandment.
How do you read 警?
On'yomi: ケイ (KEI). Kun'yomi: いまし.める (imashimeru).
How many strokes does 警 have?
警 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 警 a good kanji for a tattoo?
警 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means admonish, commandment. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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