守る
まもる
mamoru
verbVocabularyLevel 37 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

守る (まもる (mamoru)) means "to protect". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to protect

Also : to guard · to defend

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 守る (まもる) means 'to protect'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to protect.

Example Sentences

彼は家族を守るために働いている。

かれはかぞくをまもるためにはたらいている。

He works to protect his family.

まいにち、守ります。

まいにち、まもります。

I like to protect.

Kanji in this word

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