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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and phonetic. Protecting with words.
Symbolism
Protection, escort, guardian. Represents protecting.
Component Breakdown
護=
言蒦
speech + 蒦
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
自己弁護
じこべんご
self-justification; excuse
護身の術
ごしんのじゅつ
The art of self-defense; Skills to protect oneself
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 護 mean in Japanese?
護 means safeguard, protect.
How do you read 護?
On'yomi: ゴ (GO). Kun'yomi: まも.る (mamoru).
How many strokes does 護 have?
護 has 20 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 護 a good kanji for a tattoo?
護 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means safeguard, protect. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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