舟
small boat; "boat" radical
Kanji 1354
small boat; "boat" radical
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Synopsis
Find out how to talk about small, hand-propelled boats, and learn about Japanese boats across the ages, from dugout canoes to washtub boats to small straw boats that play a key role during Bon. See why a book about a retiree unnerved Japan, and learn about a famous story in which a man delights in being arrested. Also learn a boat-related expression for traditional rivals.
Revision history:
Feb. 2, 2022:
- p. 2, Etymology Box: Updated the Henshall etymology and the Sears link.
- p. 20: Deleted the etymology of 般 because the most compelling analysis of that kanji in Henshall’s updated version focuses on how it can mean “carry,” whereas it mainly represents “overall; all; period of time” and doesn’t mean “carry” in even one contemporary word.
- p. 20: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
July 10, 2015: Originally published.
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