波紋
Meanings
1
ripple; ring on water
Physical ripples spreading on a water surface.
When I threw a pebble, ripples spread across the water's surface.
2
repercussions; ripple effect
Figurative use: the spreading impact or consequences of an event, often in social or political contexts.
That remark sent major ripples through the political world.
3
Japanese slit drum
A musical instrument made of iron with slits on top, producing a rippling sound. Domain-specific music term.
The hamon is an iron instrument used in Buddhist music.
Usage patterns
- 水面に波紋が立つripples form on the water's surface
When I threw a stone, ripples formed on the water's surface.
- 〈物〉が波紋を作るsomething creates ripples (on the water)
The falling raindrop made ripples in the pond.
- 〈事〉が波紋を残すan event leaves lasting repercussions
That remark left major repercussions throughout the industry.