Translation guide
The English word 'guarding' refers to the act of protecting, watching over, or preventing escape. In Japanese, the best translation depends on what is being guarded and the context.
To keep someone or something safe from harm, often by standing watch or being on duty.
The president's guarding is tight.
General term for security guarding of buildings, events, or areas. Often used for security guards and systems.
Airport guarding has been strengthened.
Escort guarding, like a bodyguard or naval convoy. Focuses on accompanying and protecting during movement.
He is guarding the ambassador.
A guard at a gate or entrance, often a specific job title. More about the person than the act.
A guard was standing in front of the gate.
To watch over someone or something to stop them from leaving or being taken.
Keeping watch over a person or thing, often to prevent escape or theft. Can be a person or the act.
Don't neglect guarding the prisoner.
Surveillance or monitoring, often with cameras or systematic observation. Less physical, more about watching.
To keep watch, stand guard. Casual and common for informal guarding, like watching a bag or a house.
Can you guard my luggage for a bit?
In sports like basketball or soccer, to closely mark an opponent to prevent them from scoring or receiving the ball.
To guard something like one's reputation, privacy, or rights.
警護 (けいご) is for personal protection of VIPs. 警備 (けいび) is for security of places or events. 護衛 (ごえい) is for escorting and protecting during movement.
The English gerund 'guarding' often translates to a noun or verb phrase in Japanese. Using ガーディング is not natural.
容疑者は警察の監視下にある。
The suspect is under police guarding.
彼のディフェンスは素晴らしい。
His guarding is excellent.
サイバー攻撃に対する防御が必要だ。
Guarding against cyber attacks is necessary.