Charm in Japanese
"charm" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "charm". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
魅 is charm as the power to fascinate, the 魅 of 魅力. 愛 is loveable charm. 呪 is a charm in the magical sense — a spell. 符 is a charm as an object, an amulet. English uses charm for attraction and for a talisman alike.
Top pick
fascination, charm, bewitch
Reading: mi
15 strokes · mysterious
Where it comes from
Composed of demon and not yet. Not yet demon.
What it carries
Charm, fascination, captivate. Represents charm.
Related kanji for "charm"
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ai · beautiful, peaceful
Composed of look back, heart, and foot. Heart looking back while feet stop.
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ju · mysterious, dark
Composed of mouth and elder brother. Elder chanting with mouth.
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fu
Composed of bamboo and attach. Attaching bamboo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for charm?
The most common kanji for "charm" is 魅, read as mi. It means fascination, charm, bewitch. Related kanji: 愛 (charm), 呪 (charm), 符 (charm).
How many strokes does 魅 have?
魅 has 15 strokes.