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.
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.
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.