Quick answer
守 is the kanji for "Obey / Guard / Defend". A common reading is まも.る (mamoru). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Obey / Guard / Defend
Also : Obey · Guard · Defend · Protect
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 守 represents 'GUARD'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of guard.
On-reading: しゅ — remember this sound by associating it with guard. Kun-reading: まも.る.
Example Sentences
法律やルールを守って行動することが社会の基本だ。
ほうりつやるーるをまもってこうどうすることがしゃかいのきほんだ。
Acting in accordance with laws and rules is the foundation of society.
子供を守るのが親の責任です。
こどもをまもるのがおやのせきにんです。
Protecting children is a parent's responsibility.
Vocabulary using 守
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