沼
marsh
Kanji 1395
marsh
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Synopsis
Learn to talk about bogging down in paperwork or endless war. Find out how to refer to an Instagram addict and a recession that threatens to become a quagmire. See how 沼 relates to 沢 (marsh), 湖 (lake), and 瓊 (beautiful ball)! Learn derogatory slang involving 沼. Find out about a man whose policy decisions increased bribery and famine in Japan. And see how methane can clear the mind.
Revision history:
Feb. 13, 2022:
- p. 2, Etymology Box: Updated the Henshall etymology.
- p. 13: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.
Dec. 14, 2018: Originally published.
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