Japanese

けいほう
Meaning: alarm; warning; alert
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

警
報

Example sentences

A heavy rain warning was issued.
津波の警報が発令されたため、住民たちは速やかに高台へ退避した。
Because a tsunami warning was issued, the residents quickly evacuated to higher ground.
津波の警報が発令された。
A tsunami warning was issued.
この台風の影響で、九州一円に大雨警報が出されています。
Due to this typhoon, heavy rain warnings have been issued throughout Kyushu.

Usage Notes

A notice given to warn people of approaching danger, such as a storm, flood, or fire.

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