Power in Japanese
"power" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
力
chikara
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "power". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
力 is power as force. 強 is strong as a quality. 勢 is momentum, power already in motion. 権 is power as authority, the 権 of 権力. Japanese separates physical force from the right to command.
Top pick
power, strength, strong, strain, bear up, exert
Reading: ryoku
2 strokes · powerful, nature
Where it comes from
Pictograph of arm muscle.
What it carries
Power, ability, effort. Represents energy and capability.
Related kanji for "power"
power
kyou · powerful
Composed of bow (弓) and insect. Strong insect like a bow (beetle).
power
sei · powerful, spiritual
Composed of plant and power. Momentum of power.
power
ken · powerful
Composed of tree and phonetic. Wooden weight.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for power?
The most common kanji for "power" is 力, read as ryoku. It means power, strength, strong. Related kanji: 強 (power), 勢 (power), 権 (power).
How many strokes does 力 have?
力 has 2 strokes.