English–Japanese

“dangerous weapon” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikyōki

Example

警察は凶器を調べています。kei satsu wa kyō ki o shira be te i ma su

The police are examining the dangerous weapon.

Illustration for 凶器 (dangerous weapon)

How to say “dangerous weapon” in Japanese

“Dangerous weapon” in Japanese is 凶器 (kyōki).

It centers on an object viewed as a dangerous means of causing serious harm, especially in a criminal act.

Full entry for 凶器: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 凶器

容疑者は凶器の所在を明かしませんでした。yō gi sha wa kyō ki no sho zai o a ka shi ma se n de shi ta

The suspect did not reveal the location of the dangerous weapon.

Tips for using 凶器

  • Unlike 武器 (buki), which names a weapon by its purpose, 凶器 (kyōki) usually highlights its use or role in causing harm.

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