おまわりさん
おまわりさん
omawarisan
JLPT N5nounVocabularyLevel 2 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

おまわりさん (おまわりさん (omawarisan)) means "Police officer". It is read おまわりさん (omawarisan). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

Police officer

Also : Cop · Cop (informal)

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Example Sentences

おまわりさんに道を聞いた。

おまわりさんにみちをきいた。

I asked the police officer for directions.

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

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