rei

Meanings

• A Japanese onomatopoeic term for the sound of ripples or waves.

  - "The sound of the raindrops hitting the window pane."
  - "The gentle lapping of the waves against the shore."
  - "The rippling sound of the water as it flows over rocks in a stream."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rei
rei , seem , beam , dream , stream , team , seemly

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Homophones

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1. rei (Japanese) : Japanese onomatopoeic term for the sound of ripples or waves.
   

2. rei (English) : A symbol of good fortune and longevity in Chinese and Japanese culture.
   

3. rei (Occitan) : A term used in Occitan heraldry to denote a bend sinister, or a diagonal band running from the upper left to the lower right.
   

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Variants

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ex necessitate rei

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Forms

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{"term"=>"rei-on", "meaning"=>"A term used in Japanese art and architecture to describe a roof or a building covered with ceramic tiles or other types of roofing materials. It is often used to describe traditional Japanese buildings and structures."}

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Etymology

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The Japanese term 'rei' (れい) is an onomatopoeic term that imitates the sound of ripples or waves. It is often used to describe the sound of water in various contexts.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'rei' (雷) is derived from the Japanese word 'kamirei' (紙雷), which means 'paper thunder'. It refers to the sound of paper being torn or crumpled, which is believed to resemble the sound of thunder.

2. In Japanese, the term 'rei' (рей) is often used to describe the sound of raindrops hitting a surface, such as a roof, a window, or the ground. It is believed that the sound of raindrops, which is often associated with the term 'rei', brings a sense of calm, peace, and renewal, as well as a feeling of connection to nature and the universe.

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Related Concepts

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1. Kami: In Japanese Shinto religion, the term 'Kami' (神) refers to the various gods, deities, and supernatural beings that are believed to inhabit the natural world and the universe. They are often worshipped for their protective, benevolent, or miraculous powers.

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Culture

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In Chinese and Japanese culture, the term 'rei' (雷) is often used as a symbol of good fortune and longevity. It is believed that the sound of thunder, which is often associated with the term 'rei', brings good luck and prosperity.

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