Ghost in Japanese

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

Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.

精

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refined, ghost, fairy, energy, vitality, semen, excellence, purity, skill

Reading: sei

14 strokes · beautiful, mysterious, dark, elegant, spiritual, dynamic

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Where it comes from

Composed of rice and blue. Blue rice, polished rice.

What it carries

Spirit, precision, energy. Represents essence.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for ghost?

The most common kanji for "ghost" is 精, read as sei. It means refined, ghost, fairy. Related kanji: .

How many strokes does 精 have?

精 has 14 strokes.