波紋
Reading: はもん
Meaning: ripple, ripples, repercussions
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Example Sentence
水 に 石 を 落とす と 波紋 が できる
When you drop a stone in water, ripples form.
Usage Notes
Circular waves spreading on water surface when disturbed. Metaphorically refers to spreading effects or consequences of an action.
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