いわ

This is the 869th most frequent Japanese word.


いわ

Rock; boulder.


In this sentence, 'いわ' (岩) contributes to the compound word 岩魚 (いわな), which means a type of fish.

岩魚は清流に生息する魚です。

Iwana are fish that live in clear streams.


Here, 'いわ' (岩) is used to refer to a large, natural rock.

この湖の近くには大きい岩があります。

There is a large rock near this lake.


Here, 'いわ' (岩) is used metaphorically to describe something strong or unyielding.

彼は心が岩のように固いです。

He has a heart as solid as a rock.