川
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Base noun form. Refers to a natural flowing watercourse. Commonly used in place names and descriptions of landscapes. Example: 『川で泳ぐ』 (kawa de oyogu, 'swim in the river').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are hiking in the mountains and discussing the scenery around them.
川
かわ
river
Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena
Memory Hook
Picture a river flowing through a valley. The word 『川』 (kawa, 'river') sounds like 'cow-a' — imagine a cow drinking from the river to remember it!
Cultural Note
Rivers are significant in Japanese culture, often featured in poetry and art. Many cities are built along rivers, and festivals like summer fireworks are held by riverbanks.
Forms
Base: 川Base noun form. Refers to a natural flowing watercourse. Commonly used in place names and descriptions of landscapes. Example: 『川で泳ぐ』 (kawa de oyogu, 'swim in the river').