riot police in Japanese

riot police in Japanese is 機動隊.

riot police in Japanese

機動隊

noun

Pronounced: kidōtai

A unit of the police specifically trained to deal with rioting crowds. They use special equipment for personal defense as well as for crowd control and dispersal.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "riot police" in Japanese?

"riot police" in Japanese is 機動隊.

How do you pronounce 機動隊?

"riot police" in Japanese is 機動隊, pronounced "kidōtai".

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