No. 4,823 in Japanese
浪
"浪" means "wave" or "wandering."
In a sentence
その船は大きな波に立ち向かって航海しました。
The ship sailed through large waves.
In this sentence, "波" ("wave") is used literally to describe ocean waves, highlighting nautical conditions.
彼の人生は波乱に満ちたものだった。
His life was full of turmoil.
Here, "波" metaphorically represents life's ups and downs or challenges.
彼の演説は波を呼び起こした。
His speech stirred waves of reactions.
In this sentence, "波" is used figuratively to signify impactful reactions or effects.
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