No. 249 in Japanese
風
"Wind" or "style/appearance."
In a sentence
その町は強い風が吹いていました。
The town was experiencing strong winds.
In this sentence, '風' (kaze) refers to the natural phenomenon of wind.
彼の新しい髪型はとてもモダンな風です。
His new hairstyle has a very modern appearance.
Here, '風' (fū) is used to describe a style or manner.
彼女は平和を愛する風が感じられます。
She gives off an aura of loving peace.
In this context, '風' (fū) is related to the impression or semblance of something.
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