This kanji means to flow or pour. It can also be used for a current, style, or school of thought.

on readings:
  • ryū
  • ru
kun readings:
  • naga
examples:
chōryu tidal current, trend of the times
ichiryū first class
kairyū ocean current
nagareboshi shooting star, meteor
ryūhyō floating ice, ice floe

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Last ∆ on 28 February 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.