Sharp in Japanese
"sharp" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "sharp". The most common choice is shown first.
鋭View details →
Top pick
pointed, sharpness, edge, weapon, sharp, violent
Reading: ei
15 strokes · powerful
Where it comes from
Composed of metal and exchange. Sharp metal blade.
What it carries
Sharp, keen, acute. Represents sharpness.
Related kanji for "sharp"
切Details →険Details →
be sharp(also: cut, cutoff)
setsu
Composed of seven and sword. Cutting into seven with sword.
sharp eyes(also: precipitous, inaccessible place, impregnable position)
ken
Composed of hill and all. Steep hill.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for sharp?
The most common kanji for "sharp" is 鋭, read as ei. It means pointed, sharpness, edge. Related kanji: 切 (be sharp), 険 (sharp eyes).
How many strokes does 鋭 have?
鋭 has 15 strokes.