Electricity in Japanese
"electricity" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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electricity
Reading: den
13 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of '雨' (rain) and '电' (lightning). Lightning falling from rain clouds.
What it carries
Electricity, modern civilization, speed. Symbol of modern technology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for electricity?
The most common kanji for "electricity" is 電, read as den. It means electricity. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 電 have?
電 has 13 strokes.