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湾
On'yomi
ワン
WAN
Kun'yomi
いりえ
irie
gulf · bay · inlet
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Strokes12
Frequency#545
Radical水water(4)
Old Form灣
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Component Breakdown
湾=
氵弯
water + 弯
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'bend' (弯), representing inlets where coastlines curve inward—bays.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bays, inlets, and calm waters. Represents the calm inner sea and harbor functions.