This kanji means keep, preserve, or maintain.

on readings:
  • ho
kun readings:
  • tamo
examples:
hoikujo daycare nursery
hoikusho daycare nursery
hoken insurance
hoshō guarantee, warranty
hoshō guarantee, security
hoshōnin guarantor, sponsor
hoshuteki conservative
hoyōjo sanatorium, rest home
hoyōsho sanatorium, rest home
hozon preservation
tamotsu keep, preserve, maintain

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Last ∆ on 26 June 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.