English–Japanese
“arson” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihōka
Example
警察は放火の原因を調べています。kei satsu wa hō ka no gen in o shira be te i ma su
The police are investigating the cause of the arson.
How to say “arson” in Japanese
“Arson” in Japanese is 放火 (hōka).
It refers to the intentional use of fire to damage or destroy property, not to an accidental fire.
Example sentences with 放火
店主は放火を防ぐため、店の周りを明るくしています。ten shu wa hō ka o fuse gu ta me mise no mawa ri o aka ru ku shi te i ma su
The shop owner keeps the area around the store well lit to prevent arson.
Tips for using 放火
- The noun arson commonly appears in legal phrases such as arson charge and arson conviction.