1.
waves; ocean waves; rough seas
Large waves on the ocean, especially those caused by wind. A formal or technical term commonly used in weather reports and maritime contexts.
波浪警報が出ている。
A high wave warning has been issued.
台風の影響で波浪が高くなっている。
The waves are high due to the typhoon.
波浪注意報が発令されたため、漁船は出港を見合わせた。
Because a wave advisory was issued, the fishing boats postponed their departure.
USAGE:
Most commonly encountered in weather reports as 波浪警報 (high wave warning) or 波浪注意報 (wave advisory). In everyday speech, 波 (waves) is more common.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 波浪警報 (high wave warning)
- 波浪注意報 (wave advisory)
- 波浪が高い (waves are high)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 波: waves — general everyday term
- 高波: high waves — more accessible than 波浪