JLPT N3 Intermediate
ガード
Guard, protection, barrier, or defensive block
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Other forms
ガードする to guard/protect
1 Noun, Suru verb
Protection / A Barrier
Refers to physical safety barriers used to prevent accidents or the conceptual act of maintaining a defense.
Example
この 道 は 危ない から 、 ガードレール が 設置 され た 。
This road is dangerous, so a guardrail was installed.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Blocking / Defense (in sports)
The physical posture taken in combat sports or martial arts to block an incoming attack.
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3 Noun
A Guard (Person or Position)
Designates a specific role in team sports like basketball, or a person tasked with personal protection.
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