Japanese word

防犯

Pronunciation

Romajibōhan

Meaning

  • nouncrime prevention

Example

学校で防犯について学びます。gak kō de bō han ni tsu i te mana bi ma su

We learn about crime prevention at school.

Illustration for 防犯 (crime prevention)

More examples

旅行前に、家の防犯対策を見直します。ryo kō mae ni ie no bō han tai saku o mi nao shi ma su

Before leaving for a trip, we review the crime prevention measures at home.

Core concept

Describes actions and measures that stop crime from occurring or reduce the chance of it occurring.

Common phrases

  • 防犯カメラbō han ka me ra

    security camera

  • 防犯対策bō han tai saku

    crime prevention measures

  • 防犯意識bō han i shiki

    crime prevention awareness

  • 防犯ブザーbō han bu zā

    personal safety alarm

  • 防犯活動bō han katsu dō

    crime prevention activities

Similar words

犯罪予防hanzaiyobō: The prevention of criminal acts through planned actions and measures.
警備keibi: The protection of a place or people through watch, control, and guarding.
警戒keikai: Careful watch for signs of danger or possible criminal activity.

Definition in Japanese

犯罪の発生を防ぐための取り組み。han zai no has sei o fuse gu ta me no to ri ku mi

Word origin

防 (bō, "prevention or defense") combines with 犯 (han, "crime or offense") to form 防犯 (bōhan), meaning the prevention of crime.

Usage tips

  • The term 防犯 (bōhan) appears in 防犯カメラ (bōhankamera), a common Japanese label for security cameras, but it also includes measures such as lighting and community watch.

Related words

  • 防犯性bōhanseisecuritynoun

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