WORD DETAIL
囲う
かこう
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
囲うis read asかこうand can mean “to enclose” or “to surround”, depending on context. - Basic usage: The examples show enclosing a field with a fence and surrounding a sapling with boards.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Distinguishing senses and uses
- It often means enclosing something with a maintained barrier for protection or separation;
囲むmore generally means surrounding an object or person.
- It often means enclosing something with a maintained barrier for protection or separation;