How to remember
The kanji 舟 is a direct depiction of a small boat, seen from above, with its hull and deck clearly visible. It shows the shape of the vessel itself. The two strokes on the inside represent passengers or cargo inside the boat, emphasizing its function to carry things. 'Fune' — Imagine the FUN of being on a boat. Vocabulary
泥舟どろぶね
mud boat (a hopeless situation)