安全

anzen
noun★Beginner
formal

Safety, security, or being free from danger

安全を確保する

To ensure safety

この製品は安全です

This product is safe

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Often used in contexts related to physical safety, security measures, or reliability.

Collocations

安全確認safety check安全第一safety first安全装置safety device

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Related Phrases

安全第一phrase
Safety first
安全を確保するphrase
To ensure safety

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

In everyday Japanese, '安全' is often used to describe the absence of danger or the reliability of a system or product.

⚡Gold Rule

Noun vs. Adjective

While '安全' is primarily a noun, it can also function as an adjective when modifying another noun (e.g., 安全な場所).

📖Word Origin

Composed of 安 (an, meaning 'peace' or 'safe') and 全 (zen, meaning 'all' or 'complete'). Together, they convey the idea of being completely safe or secure.

📝Usage Notes

Can be used as a noun or an adjective (e.g., 安全な場所 - a safe place). Commonly used in safety instructions, product descriptions, and security contexts.

Word Breakdown

安
peace, safe
root
+
全
all, complete
root
✎ Noted on May 2, 2026JA → EN