This kanji means keep, preserve, or maintain.

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

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Last ∆ on 28 February 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.