Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 門衛(もんえい) in Japanese

門衛
Kana Reading
もんえい
Romaji
mon'ei
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    gatekeeper; doorman; porter


Kanji in this word

JLPT 4

8 strokes

gate, counter for cannons

On'Yomi: モン

Kun'Yomi: かど, と

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JLPT 1

16 strokes

defense, protection

On'Yomi: エイ, エ

Kun'Yomi:

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