Word details
沿う
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 沿う.
Dictionary
Entry
1
to run along; to run beside; to stick to (a line)
Examples
私たちは川に沿って散歩した。
We took a walk along the river.
2
to follow (a policy, plan, etc.); to act in accordance with; to align with
3
Also written 添う
to meet (wishes, expectations, etc.); to satisfy; to comply with; to live up to
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
沿
run alongside, follow along, run along, lie along
8 strokesFrequency 1,121JLPT N1Grade 6
On
エン
Kun
そ.う-ぞ.い
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