JLPT N1 Advanced
翼
Wing of a bird or aircraft, or a metaphor for freedom
Readings
1 Noun
Wing (Physical)
Identifies the appendages used for flight by birds and insects, or the lifting surfaces of an aircraft.
Example
鳥 は 大きな 翼 を 広げて 飛んで いった 。
The bird spread its large wings and flew away.
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2 Noun
Wings (Metaphorical)
Symbolizes freedom, protection, or the potential to expand one’s capabilities beyond current limits.
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