The Olympic symbol consists of five interlocking rings. In Japanese, it is called δΊθΌͺ (gorin), and the Olympics are often simply referred to as δΊθΌͺ in newspapers.
Imagine a bicycle wheel spinning smoothly in a perfect circle. That round wheel helps you remember θΌͺ means 'wheel' or 'ring.'
| Kanji | Meaning | Onyomi | Kunyomi |
|---|---|---|---|
| ζ₯ | Sun / Day | γγ | γ² |
| ζ | Moon / Month | γ²γ | γ€γ |
| η« | Fire | γ« | γ² |
| ζ°΄ | Water | γΉγ€ | γΏγ |
| ζ¨ | Tree | γ’γ― | γ |
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