- 能力 — ability / capacity
- 機能 — function / feature
- 芸能 — performing arts
- 才能 — talent
- 官能 — sensuality
- 技能 — technical skill
- 知能 — intelligence
- 無能 — incompetence
The kanji 能 centers on ability or capacity, often tied to performance and effectiveness. Its historical form has been linked to a creature with strength, conveying the idea of power or skill. Today it appears widely in compounds for human capability, system functions, and traditional arts.
彼は 高い 能力を 持っています。
He has a high level of ability.
このアプリには 多くの 機能が 備わっています。
This app has many features.