Energy in Japanese

"energy" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "energy". The most common choice is shown first.

勢

Top pick

forces, energy, military strength

Reading: sei

13 strokes · powerful, spiritual, dynamic

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Where it comes from

Composed of plant and power. Momentum of power.

What it carries

Power, situation, posture. Represents momentum.

Related kanji for "energy"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for energy?

The most common kanji for "energy" is 勢, read as sei. It means forces, energy, military strength. Related kanji: 精 (energy).

How many strokes does 勢 have?

勢 has 13 strokes.