濁流
Meanings
1
muddy stream; turbid current
Refers to a river or stream carrying mud and sediment, often after heavy rain. Can also be used figuratively for chaotic or turbulent situations. Antonym: 清流 (clear stream).
See also: 清流
The river turned into a muddy torrent due to the heavy rain.
Be careful not to be swept away by the muddy current.
Usage patterns
- 濁流に流されるto be swept away by the muddy current
The man was swept away by the muddy current and went missing.
- 濁流にのまれるto be swallowed up by the muddy current
The car was swallowed up by the muddy current and carried away.
- 濁流が押し寄せるthe muddy current surges/rushes in
Because of the heavy rain, a muddy current surged in from the river.