薫風

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 薫風(くんぷう) is an early-summer breeze seeming to carry the scent of fresh leaves.
• Basic usage: It gives a literary seasonal feeling to a breeze entering a window or felt during a walk.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• A breeze with season and sensation
  • 風 means wind in general; 薫風 carries an image of early-summer freshness and fragrance.
  • It is read くんぷう, with the latter part pronounced ぷう.