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JLPT N19画 · 9 strokesradical 彳

wandering

On'yomi (音読み)

  • カイ
  • クワイ

Kun'yomi (訓読み)

  • さまよ.う

Mnemonic

As I wander along the small path (彳), I notice shadows swirling like dancers (徊) in an endless loop.

About this kanji

The kanji 徊 primarily means "wandering" or "roaming." It is often used as a verb with the kun'yomi pronunciation さまよ.う, which conveys the idea of a person wandering aimlessly or lost. While this kanji does not have many frequent compounds, it is still a rich term in literature and poetry, expressing a sense of exploration or searching. One important note is that it can carry a sense of melancholy or introspection, making it particularly evocative in emotional contexts. Understanding this kanji opens up a deeper appreciation of the themes of journeying and discovery in Japanese language and culture.

Example sentences

  • 時々徘徊します。

    Sometimes he wanders.

Meanings across languages

English
wandering
한국어
정처 없는
中文
漂泊
id
mengembara
th
เร่ร่อน
es
errante
fr
errant
de
umherirren
pt
errante

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