囲う | Japanese meaning

囲う【かこう】

Frequency rank: 5,606. – 5,612.

Alsoかこう

Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb

to enclose; to surround; to encircle; to fence; to wall in

This meaning refers to physically creating a boundary around an area or object. It can be used in contexts where something is bordered or enclosed to form a distinct space.

I decided to enclose the house with a tall fence.

to shelter (e.g. a criminal); to shield; to hide; to protect

This meaning indicates providing protection or covering for someone or something, often in a way that prevents others from seeing it or knowing it is there.

He sheltered his friend to hide him from the police.

to keep (e.g. a mistress)

This usage implies maintaining a secret or discreet relationship, often in a context where it is not openly acknowledged or where the partner is hidden from public view.

He prepared a special place to keep the young woman.

to store (vegetables, fruit, etc.); to preserve

This meaning emphasizes the action of keeping food or items in a safe place for future use, ensuring their longevity or freshness.

We decided to store vegetables for the winter.

to protectarchaism

This meaning denotes the action of guarding or taking care of someone or something from harm or danger.

The security protected the building from intruders.

Example sentences2 results

The police roped off the street near the spot.

Tatoeba

Ropes surround the place.

Tatoeba

囲う【かこう】

Frequency rank: 5,606. – 5,612.

Alsoかこう

Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb

to enclose; to surround; to encircle; to fence; to wall in

This meaning refers to physically creating a boundary around an area or object. It can be used in contexts where something is bordered or enclosed to form a distinct space.

I decided to enclose the house with a tall fence.

to shelter (e.g. a criminal); to shield; to hide; to protect

This meaning indicates providing protection or covering for someone or something, often in a way that prevents others from seeing it or knowing it is there.

He sheltered his friend to hide him from the police.

to keep (e.g. a mistress)

This usage implies maintaining a secret or discreet relationship, often in a context where it is not openly acknowledged or where the partner is hidden from public view.

He prepared a special place to keep the young woman.

to store (vegetables, fruit, etc.); to preserve

This meaning emphasizes the action of keeping food or items in a safe place for future use, ensuring their longevity or freshness.

We decided to store vegetables for the winter.

to protectarchaism

This meaning denotes the action of guarding or taking care of someone or something from harm or danger.

The security protected the building from intruders.

Example sentences2 results

The police roped off the street near the spot.

Tatoeba

Ropes surround the place.

Tatoeba

囲

N24

意surround; besiege; store; paling; enclosure; encircle; preserve; keep

訓かこ.む、かこ.う、かこ.い

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囲う【かこう】

Frequency rank: 5,606. – 5,612.

Alsoかこう

Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb

to enclose; to surround; to encircle; to fence; to wall in

This meaning refers to physically creating a boundary around an area or object. It can be used in contexts where something is bordered or enclosed to form a distinct space.

I decided to enclose the house with a tall fence.

to shelter (e.g. a criminal); to shield; to hide; to protect

This meaning indicates providing protection or covering for someone or something, often in a way that prevents others from seeing it or knowing it is there.

He sheltered his friend to hide him from the police.

to keep (e.g. a mistress)

This usage implies maintaining a secret or discreet relationship, often in a context where it is not openly acknowledged or where the partner is hidden from public view.

He prepared a special place to keep the young woman.

to store (vegetables, fruit, etc.); to preserve

This meaning emphasizes the action of keeping food or items in a safe place for future use, ensuring their longevity or freshness.

We decided to store vegetables for the winter.

to protectarchaism

This meaning denotes the action of guarding or taking care of someone or something from harm or danger.

The security protected the building from intruders.

Example sentences2 results

The police roped off the street near the spot.

Tatoeba

Ropes surround the place.

Tatoeba

囲う【かこう】

Frequency rank: 5,606. – 5,612.

Alsoかこう

Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb

to enclose; to surround; to encircle; to fence; to wall in

This meaning refers to physically creating a boundary around an area or object. It can be used in contexts where something is bordered or enclosed to form a distinct space.

I decided to enclose the house with a tall fence.

to shelter (e.g. a criminal); to shield; to hide; to protect

This meaning indicates providing protection or covering for someone or something, often in a way that prevents others from seeing it or knowing it is there.

He sheltered his friend to hide him from the police.

to keep (e.g. a mistress)

This usage implies maintaining a secret or discreet relationship, often in a context where it is not openly acknowledged or where the partner is hidden from public view.

He prepared a special place to keep the young woman.

to store (vegetables, fruit, etc.); to preserve

This meaning emphasizes the action of keeping food or items in a safe place for future use, ensuring their longevity or freshness.

We decided to store vegetables for the winter.

to protectarchaism

This meaning denotes the action of guarding or taking care of someone or something from harm or danger.

The security protected the building from intruders.

Example sentences2 results

The police roped off the street near the spot.

Tatoeba

Ropes surround the place.

Tatoeba

囲

N24

意surround; besiege; store; paling; enclosure; encircle; preserve; keep

訓かこ.む、かこ.う、かこ.い

音イ

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