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強盗 (noun)

A criminal act where property is taken from a person or place using physical force, violence, or threats. It can refer to both the act of robbery and the person who commits it (a robber).

💬 Example

"銀行強盗です。"

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a **GO**at in a **TO**phat (**GŌTŌ**) who is a **STRONG** (**強**) **STEALER** (**盗**). He's not a sneaky thie...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
泥棒 窃盗 強奪 追い剥ぎ 賊
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'gōtō' for shoplifting. → 万引き (manbiki) or 窃盗 (settō).

Saying 'goto' instead of 'gōtō'. → 強盗 (gōtō).

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