English–Japanese
“national defense” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajikokubō
Example
政府は国防を強化します。sei fu wa koku bō o kyō ka shi ma su
The government strengthens national defense.
How to say “national defense” in Japanese
“National defense” in Japanese is 国防 (kokubō).
Centers on a country's organized effort to remain safe and sovereign when faced with threats from outside.
Example sentences with 国防
政府は国防について国会で議論を続けています。sei fu wa koku bō ni tsu i te kok kai de gi ron o tsuzu ke te i ma su
The government continues to discuss national defense in the Diet.
Tips for using 国防
- In English, national defense is normally an uncountable policy term, and 国防 (kokubō) has the same formal, institutional tone rather than a casual meaning of personal self-protection.