Translation and Meaning of: 巡る - meguru

The Japanese word 「巡る」 (meguru) is a verb that carries the meaning of "to circulate," "to return," "to spin," or "to travel." This word is often used to describe a continuous or cyclical action, something that goes through different stages or locations before returning to the starting point. It is a common expression in the Japanese language when discussing natural processes, such as the seasons or the passage of certain events.

Etymologically, 「巡る」 is composed of the kanji 「巡」 which can be broken down into smaller parts with meanings that contribute to the overall sense of the word. The radical 「辶」 (shinnyuu) present in this kanji refers to "to walk" or "to move," while the part 「巛」 (sen) may be associated with "flow" or "path." Together, these components convey the idea of recurring movement or a path followed. This verb also manifests in derivative forms, such as 「巡り」 (meguri), which means "circuit" or "route."

The use of 「巡る」 in Japanese literature and poetry often evokes a sense of nostalgia or reflection on the cyclicality of life. This is evident in haikus and poems where the changing of the seasons or natural cycles are central themes, bringing a deep connection between the language and the perception of nature. Furthermore, 「巡る」 frequently appears in contexts of travel and exploration, when describing tourist routes or spiritual journeys, indicating not only physical movement but also personal growth and transformation.

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Verb conjugation of 巡る

• 巡る - Present form
• 巡った - past form
• 巡ります - Present polite form
• 巡ったら Past conditional form
• 巡られる - passive form

Synonyms and similar words

• 回る (mawaru) - rotate; spin
• 周る (mawaru) - circular; to go around
• 巡り回る (megurimawaru) - circular around; wander
• 巡回する (junkaisuru) - to carry out a round; to patrol
• 巡る (meguru) - circular; to involve; to occur (around something)
• 循環する (junkan suru) - circular; flow in cycles

巡る

Romaji: meguru
Kana: めぐる
Type: verb
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: to turn around

Meaning in English: to go around

Definition: To take a walk or go around a particular place.

Example Sentences - (巡る) meguru

See below some example sentences:

私たちの人生は常に巡るものです。

Watashitachi no jinsei wa tsune ni meguru mono desu

Our lives are always spinning.

Our life is always around.

• 私たちの - 「私たち」
• 人生 - "Life" in Japanese
• は - Japanese topic particle
• 常に - Always in Japanese
• 巡る - "Girar" or "Circundar" in Japanese
• もの - "Thing" or "Object" in Japanese
• です - polite way of "being" in Japanese

濠を巡る戦いは激しい。

Gō wo meguru tatakai wa hageshii

The battle around the moat is intense.

The battle around the moat is intense.

• 濠 (gou) - fossil
• を (wo) - object particle
• 巡る (meguru) - surround, encircle
• 戦い (tatakai) - battle, fight
• は (wa) - Topic particle
• 激しい (hageshii) - Intenso, violento