Japanese Symbol for
勇気yūki
courage · bravery · valor
Readings
Meaning
Courage, bravery, valor, daring. 勇気 combines 勇 (brave, bold) with 気 (spirit, energy, mind) — literally meaning "brave spirit" or "courageous energy."
Example words
勇敢
yūkan
courageous, brave, bold
勇者
yūsha
hero, brave warrior
勇気づける
yūki-zukeru
to encourage, to embolden
武勇
buyū
military valor, martial prowess
勇気 is deeply embedded in Japanese culture — from samurai bushido (武士道) where courage was one of the seven virtues, to modern anime heroes. The word 勇者 (yūsha, brave hero) is the standard term for the protagonist in Japanese RPG games.
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