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窃盗

The formal, legal term for theft or larceny.

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Other forms

窃盗する to commit theft
窃盗犯 thief, larcenist
Noun, Suru verb

Theft / Larceny

Refers to the criminal act of taking possession of another person’s property without consent, specifically used in legal and official contexts.

Example

彼 は 窃盗 の 罪 で 逮捕 され た 。

He was arrested for the crime of theft.

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窃盗
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The formal, legal term for theft or larceny.
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