Translation of Japanese word "安全" to English
安全
あんぜん
[anzen]
IPA: /anzen/
Meaning
NounThe condition or feeling of being safe; security; certainty.
How to use
安全 (anzen) — 'safety / security / safe'. な-adjective or noun. 安全な場所 — safe place. 安全第一 — safety first. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
safety
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 安全
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): あんぜん
Romaji Transcription: anzen
Example Sentences
この安全を確保するために、十分な対策を講じます。
このあんぜんをかくじるために、じゅうぶんのたいさくをこうじます。
We take sufficient measures to ensure safety.
この安全は確実です。
このあんぜんはかくじつです。
This safety is certain.
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Common phrases
- 安全第一— safety first
Frequency rank: #691 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "安全" mean?▼
The Japanese word "安全" means "safety" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "安全"?▼
The word "安全" is read as "あんぜん" (anzen). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "この安全を確保するために、十分な対策を講じます。".
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