Quick answer
力 is the kanji for "Power". The most common reading is ちから (chikara). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Power
Also : Strength · Force · Exert
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
2 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 力 represents 'POWER'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of power.
On-reading: りょく — remember this sound by associating it with power. Kun-reading: ちから.
Example Sentences
力を合わせて頑張りましょう。
ちからをあわせてがんばりましょう。
Let's work together with all our strength.
電力の節約を心がけています。
でんりょくのせつやくをこころがけています。
I'm mindful of saving electricity.
Vocabulary using 力
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Last updated Jun 11, 2026
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