English–Japanese

“escort” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigoei

Example

要人には護衛を付けます。yō jin ni wa go ei o tsu ke ma su

An important person is assigned an escort.

Illustration for 護衛 (escort)

How to say “escort” in Japanese

“Escort” in Japanese is 護衛 (goei).

Refers to a person or group that accompanies someone to prevent danger from reaching that person.

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

Example sentences with 護衛

会場の入口には、二人の護衛が立っています。kai jō no iri guchi ni wa futa ri no go ei ga ta tte i ma su

Two guards are standing at the entrance to the venue.

Tips for using 護衛

  • Unlike a guide, a 護衛 (goei) is defined by a security role, so the word fits official protection more naturally than ordinary accompaniment.

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