English–Japanese

“self-defense” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajijiei

Example

自衛のために笛を持ちます。ji ei no ta me ni fue o mo chi ma su

I carry a whistle for self-defense.

Illustration for 自衛 (self-defense)

How to say “self-defense” in Japanese

“Self-defense” in Japanese is 自衛 (jiei).

Describes protecting oneself from harm, danger, or unwanted interference.

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

Example sentences with 自衛

夜道では、自衛の意識を持って明るい道を歩きます。yo michi de wa ji ei no i shiki o mo tte aka ru i michi o aru ki ma su

At night, I walk on well-lit streets with self-defense in mind.

Tips for using 自衛

  • In English, self-defense often suggests protection from physical attack, while Japanese 自衛 (jiei) can also include protecting one's rights or interests.

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