A tidal current; the flow of tides in the sea or river.
この海域は潮流が速いので注意が必要だ。
The tidal currents in this area are strong, so caution is necessary.
船は潮流に乗って進んだ。
The ship moved by riding the tidal current.
調査中、潮流の変化が観測された。
During the survey, changes in the tidal current were observed.
A tendency or trend; the prevailing direction of opinion, events, or developments.
世論の潮流が変わりつつある。
The tide of public opinion is beginning to shift.
技術の潮流に乗ることが成功の鍵だ。
Riding the trend in technology is the key to success.
経済の潮流を読むのは難しい。
It's difficult to read the economic trends.