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勢
On'yomi
セイ・ゼイ
SEI / ZEI
Kun'yomi
いきお.い・はずみ
ikioi / hazumi
forces · energy · military strength
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of plant and power. Momentum of power.
Symbolism
Power, situation, posture. Represents momentum.
Component Breakdown
勢=
埶力
埶 + power
Words & Expressions
Words written with 勢
Four-Character Compounds
勢力伯仲
せいりょくはくちゅう
(two sides) being evenly matched in influence or power
Proverbs & Idioms
勢い余って
いきおいあまって
Carried away by momentum
Unable to stop due to excessive force
Related Figures & Stories
Other kanji with the same meaning
“energy”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 勢 mean in Japanese?
勢 means forces, energy, military strength.
How do you read 勢?
On'yomi: セイ、ゼイ (SEI, ZEI). Kun'yomi: いきお.い、はずみ (ikioi, hazumi).
How many strokes does 勢 have?
勢 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 勢 a good kanji for a tattoo?
勢 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means forces, energy, military strength. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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