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wave; wandering; waste
Kanji 1937

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Synopsis

From wild waves to wanderers to wastefulness, this essay takes you on quite a ride. It also explores figurative takes on “ronin” and an old (but still relevant) name for Osaka. Learn to say, “I am currently unemployed,” “It's certainly a waste of time,” “He lives the life of a vagrant,” and “The vagabond, when rich, is called a tourist.” Also discover the meaning of “zodiacal rabbit” + “wave”!

Revision history:

May 9, 2024:

  • p. 2: Revised a misleading statement in the second item of the bulleted list.
  • p. 14: Fixed a broken link.

Originally published: May 20, 2023.

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Kanji PDF
Cover of essay 1937 on 浪 (wave; wandering; waste)
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