Mnemonic
A storm rolls in across the open sea, and every wave rises taller than the last. Every storm feeds the sea with its fury, and every sea births new storms—an endless cycle of chaos and calm stretching to the horizon.
Additional thoughts
Picture dark storm clouds hovering over a churning ocean. The word 'every' reminds you this happens constantly—the sea and storms are locked in an eternal dance. Water (storm) + repetition (every) = the endless Sea.Quick recall
A storm brews over the sea every single day without fail.Details
The keyword for 海 is sea. This kanji refers to the vast body of saltwater that covers much of the earth's surface. It encompasses oceans, seas, and large bodies of water in general. By extension, it can also convey a sense of immensity or broadness, as in a "sea" of something.
- On'yomi
- かい
- Kun'yomi
- うみ