消防
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Base noun form. Refers to the act of fire fighting or the organization (fire department). Often used in compounds like 『消防署』 (shoubōsho, 'fire station') or 『消防士』 (shoubōshi, 'firefighter'). Use with particles like 『の』 (no, possessive) or 『は』 (wa, topic marker) in sentences, e.g., 『消防は大切です』 (shoubō wa taisetsu desu, 'The fire department is important').
Theme
During a neighborhood safety meeting, User and their neighbor Sakura talk about the local fire department and its services.
消防
しょうぼう
fire fighting, fire department
Locations & NavigationBuildings & Facilities
Memory Hook
Think of 'sho' (sounds like 'show') and 'bo' (sounds like 'bow') — firefighters 'show' up to 'bow' (put out) fires! 'Sho-bo' → 消防 (shoubō, 'fire fighting, fire department').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 消防 (shoubō, 'fire fighting, fire department') is a crucial public service. Fire stations are often marked with red signs, and fire drills are common in schools and workplaces to ensure safety.
Forms
Base: 消防Base noun form. Refers to the act of fire fighting or the organization (fire department). Often used in compounds like 『消防署』 (shoubōsho, 'fire station') or 『消防士』 (shoubōshi, 'firefighter'). Use with particles like 『の』 (no, possessive) or 『は』 (wa, topic marker) in sentences, e.g., 『消防は大切です』 (shoubō wa taisetsu desu, 'The fire department is important').