Nerve in Japanese
"nerve" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "nerve". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
liver, pluck, nerve, chutzpah
Reading: kan
7 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Composed of flesh and dry. Dry organ, liver.
What it carries
Liver, essential, courage. Represents important part.
Related kanji for "nerve"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for nerve?
The most common kanji for "nerve" is 肝, read as kan. It means liver, pluck, nerve. Related kanji: 胆 (nerve).
How many strokes does 肝 have?
肝 has 7 strokes.