VocabJLPT N1
defense
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. defense
  2. 2. defence
  3. 3. fielding
This noun refers to the defensive side of a sport or game, particularly in baseball or soccer. It describes the act of protecting one's side from the opponent's attacks or scoring attempts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Finally, let's all run through our defensive coordination!

Sentence 2

Why do you just sit back and defend instead of going on the attack?

Sentence 3

"That's outside my area," she said flat out.

Sentence 4

Doesn't that formation leave the defense a bit thin?

Sentence 5

Your defense in yesterday's match was flawless, wasn't it?