How to Say ‘I want to protect!’ in Japanese
守りたい！
まもりたい！
💬 Usage Tip: [守りたい] (mamoritai) expresses a desire to keep something safe.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Protection is a theme often found in Japanese romantic gestures.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
守りまもり
[mamori]
to protect
To keep safe from harm or damage.
愛する人を守る。
Protect the loved one.
たいたい
[tai]
want to
Indicates desire to perform an action.
旅行に行きたい。
I want to go on a trip.
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