流水

流水 (liú shuǐ) literally means 'flowing water' and refers to water that is moving, typically in a stream or river. It is often used to describe the natural movement of water, as opposed to still or stagnant water.

The character 流 (liú) means 'to flow' or 'to run,' while 水 (shuǐ) means 'water.' Together, they create a compound that emphasizes the motion of water, which is central to its meaning.

流水 is commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. In daily life, it might appear in descriptions of nature or in phrases related to continuous action. It also appears in idioms and proverbs, such as 流水不腐 (liú shuǐ bù fǔ), which means 'a running stream does not rot,' symbolizing the importance of constant movement and change.