Japanese

けいび
Meaning: security; guarding; defense
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

警
備

Example sentences

The building is under 24-hour security.
政府は、警備を強める方針だ。
The government plans to strengthen security.
犯人は巧妙な手口を使って、警備の目をすり抜けた。
The culprit used a clever trick to slip through the security.
来週のイベントに向けて、十分な警備要員を確保する必要がある。
It is necessary to secure enough security personnel for next week's event.
警備を疎かにするのは、自ら開門揖盗の災いを招くようなものだ。
Neglecting security is like inviting disaster upon oneself by one's own hand.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of guarding or monitoring a place or person to prevent accidents or danger.

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