勇

音読おんよみ: ユウ

訓読くんよみ: いさむ・いさましい

画数かくすう: 9 strokes

部首ぶしゅ: 力(ちから)

Meaning

Bravery, courage, boldness — often reflects mental or physical strength in difficult situations.


  • 勇気ゆうき — courage
  • 勇者ゆうしゃ — hero / brave person
  • 勇敢ゆうかん — brave / gallant
  • 勇退ゆうたい — honorable retirement
  • 勇戦ゆうせん — courageous fight

The top of 勇 represents a phonetic component, while the bottom 力 shows strength. Together, they express strong resolve and fearless spirit — mental and physical power in action.

かれ勇気ゆうきしてはなした。
He spoke up with courage.

勇者ゆうしゃ世界せかいすくう。
The hero saves the world.

勇敢ゆうかん行動こうどう感動かんどうしました。
I was moved by the brave act.

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