Kanji for "Sharp"
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "sharp". The most popular choice is shown first.
鋭View details →
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pointed, sharpness, edge, weapon, sharp, violent
Reading: ei
15 strokes · powerful
Related kanji for "sharp"
切4 strokes険11 strokes
be sharp(also: cut, cutoff)
setsu
sharp eyes(also: precipitous, inaccessible place, impregnable position)
ken
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.